CERTIFIED POSITION - Special Education Teacher - Life Skills Classroom Location: Intermediate School
Salary Range: Certified Teacher Schedule - $47,000 - $80,800 -
(Range includes $3,000 position stipend) Career Ladder eligible Benefits Package: Full Benefits package, includes Medical, Dental & Life Insurance,
Missouri State Certification Required - Mild/Mod. Cross Categorical
Application Deadline: Position to remain posted until filled
Start date: 2025-2026 school year
POSITION SUMMARY To provide students with mild, moderate or intensive special needs instruction, guided practice, assessments, remediation and enrichment through a variety of learning opportunities and ensure a positive, successful educational experience for students. Ensures that all special needs students acquire the grade level expectation skills set forth by Missouri Department of Education and Hillsboro R-3 curriculum.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Develops a program of study that meets the individual needs of students with a variety of disabilities.
- Prepares course objectives and outlines for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of State and school in consultation with general education teachers.
- Teaches socially acceptable behavior, employing behavior modification techniques such as positive reinforcement.
- Provides instructional support in one-on-one or small group settings in the Special Education classroom and/or regular classroom.
- Assigns lessons, corrects homework and provides students with positive feedback and constructive criticism on assignments.
- Administers tests to evaluate student’s progress, record results and issues reports or conducts meetings to inform parents of progress.
- Compiles, maintains and files all reports, records and other legally documentation for special education students.
- Works with parents, staff, counselors and general education teachers to develop, implement and maintain Individual Education Programs (I.E.P’s) for each student that meets their individual needs, interests and abilities.
- Establishes and enforces rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
- Employs special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition and memory.
- Keeps attendance records.
- Maintains discipline in the classroom.
- Recognizes and refers students encountering medical, physical and/or psychological problems to District specialists as required.
- Establishes and maintains appropriate working relationships by actively communicating with the parents, involving them in their child’s education.
MARGINAL DUTIES - Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, mentor programs and teacher training workshops.
- Confers with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers and professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students’ educational, physical and social development.
- Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
- Performs related duties such as sponsoring one or more co-curricular activities or student organizations, assisting pupils in selecting course of study and counseling students in adjustment and academic problems.
- Contributes to the decisions made by the District and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum and personnel well-being.
- Maintains a physically and aesthetically attractive classroom setting and exercises proper care of district equipment.
- Performs additional tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES - Provides basic supervision of paraeducator(s) during daily activities.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS - Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related discipline from a four-year College or University
- Missouri State Teaching Certificate – Special Education
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, stand, walk, feel, grasp, push, reach with hands/arms, stoop, kneel, crawl, perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement, and move up or down from/to sitting position.
MENTAL DEMANDS - Ability to maintain confidentiality; communicate clearly both orally and in writing
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS - Exposed to moderate noise levels.
- This individual may be exposed to potentially hazardous bodily fluids.
STRATEGIC PLAN RESPONSIBILITIES This position supports the Hillsboro R-III CSIP goals, focusing on:
Academics - Teaching and Learning (Key Pillar 1)
- Priority Area 1.1: Real-World Opportunities
- Providing tailored educational programs and learning experiences for students with disabilities prepares them for real-world application and success.
- Priority Area 1.3: Curriculum and Instruction
- Ensures alignment of teaching strategies with Missouri Learning Standards and utilizes individualized instruction, which is central to special education.
The 3 C's (Culture, Climate, and Communication) (Key Pillar 2)
- Priority Area 2.1: Quality Relationships
- Building meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff fosters a supportive environment that enhances learning and well-being.
Safety - Mental, Emotional, and Social Well-being (Key Pillar 3)
- Priority Area 3.2: Early Intervention
- Proactively addressing students’ mental and emotional needs through IEPs and behavioral support.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Hillsboro R-III Schools considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.