Special Education Teacher (SY 2025 - 2026)

Overview

Special Education teachers wanted for elementary and middle school. Candidates should be able to provide individualized instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of their students in a  French immersion public school. 

Status of Position

This is a full-time position with Académie Lafayette.  This is an exempt position pursuant to the U.S. Department of Labor.

Reporting

The Special Education Teacher reports to their campus/building principal.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing and implementing the Missouri Learning standards for IDEA students in the classroom


• Following the goals and objectives in the IEP for each student by maintaining communication with parents and teachers on the educational progress of students.


• Work with building process coordinator in delivery of services to IDEA students.


• Work with general education teachers in screening, evaluating, and providing inclusion under parameters of IEP.


• Develop accommodations/modifications to meet the unique needs of students in classroom, CWC, or inclusive setting.


• Perform other duties assigned by Director of Special Education.


• Develop annual IEP’s and reevaluation reports for special education students.


• Knowledge of Transition Process/Student Goals


• Classroom management
  


• Maintain accurate grades and documentation in order to meet deadlines


• Participate in all mandatory training and professional development, as required
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree


• Degree in Special Education


• Hold or be eligible for Missouri Teaching Certificate in Special Education 


• Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines for IDEA and 504 partnered with a willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures


• Proven experience as a teacher


• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills necessary for working in a multicultural environment

Other Requirements

• Be willing to provide information for background check clearance.