What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Classroom Teacher 7-12 position at West Monona High/Middle School?
West Monona High/Middle School is seeking a 7-12 Special Education Classroom Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.
The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. They must have an in-depth understanding of the learning process and specific knowledge of the unique physical, social, emotional, and academic development of elementary and middle school students. Additionally, they should demonstrate effective classroom management skills by fostering positive relationships with students and families. The candidate must be able to differentiate instruction and assessment to meet the needs of all learners.
For additional questions, please contact Tim Chesnut at tim.chesnut@westmonona.org or 712-433-2453.
Education and Related Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Valid Iowa teaching license or the ability to obtain the required certification or Class B license by the district’s start date
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Demonstrates competence in classroom management
- Ability to build effective and professional relationships with families, students, and colleagues
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate within a team to plan and prepare instruction
- Commitment to professional growth at both the building and district levels
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, supportive, and respectful classroom environment for all students
- Collaborate with grade-level, subject-area, and building teachers to enhance learning opportunities
- Develop and utilize curriculum and essential standards to meet student learning goals
- Maintain open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and school staff
- Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Perform other duties as assigned
About Our Community
West Monona is located in Onawa, Iowa (pop. 2,900), along the I-29 corridor between the Missouri River and the scenic Loess Hills. Our community enjoys the benefits of small-town living while being conveniently close to larger metropolitan areas. Sioux City is just 35 minutes away, and the Council Bluffs/Omaha metro area is within an hour’s drive.
Onawa offers a wide range of amenities, including:
- Museums
- City parks
- A golf course
- A hospital
- A courthouse
- A race track
- A swimming pool
- A movie theater
- Various stores and restaurants
- A pharmacy
- A library
- A motel and casino
- Nature Preserves
