Ogallala Public School District is seeking applications for an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher beginning in the 2024-25 school year. Applicants must possess or be able to obtain a valid Nebraska teaching certificate prior to employment. The applicant must have a growth-minded disposition that reflects the desire to build capacity for all learners, the capability to implement research-based best practices, along with the knowledge to interpret data to make informed instructional decisions for the benefit of student achievement and success. Duties include: Ability to work with a variety of groups, teachers, parents and children in homes, daycares and preschools; demonstrate the ability to plan, direct, implement and evaluate successful learning environments; knowledge of primary service provider approach to services is preferred, but training and support will be provided to the successful candidate. Salary is dependent upon experience and education.
Responsibilities:
To arrange for a full staffing on at least an annual basis to update IEP/ IFSP Goals and Objectives
To provide consultation and assistance to administrators, parents, teachers, and other staff with regard to transition and technical needs of preschool and early intervention children and their families
To obtain written parental permission for evaluation and follow procedural safeguards and IEP/IFSP procedures as established in IDEA and the Nebraska Department of Education rules
To coordinate and facilitate, if necessary, initial, annual, triennial, transition and other staffing as needed for preschool and early intervention children eligible for special education services
To be responsible for file management of children (ages birth to 5) with an IEP/IFSP including progress reports
To attend staff meetings, state-wide and NDE training workshops, as necessary
To assist in securing grant funding as it becomes available
Other duties as assigned
Ogallala teachers enjoy excellent salary and benefits including health and dental
insurance, paid sick/personal leave, long term disability and life insurance. There is a $2,500 hiring bonus.
All years of
experience are accepted.
Ogallala Public Schools is a supportive and welcoming community committed to providing a quality education to all students.
Ogallala is located on Interstate 80 and only miles from famous recreational
opportunities Scenic Lake McConaughy is 8 miles north.
Please apply online at www.opsd.org – go to District Information, OPSD Employment Opportunities then Frontline Education, our on-line application system.
If you have questions about the position please call Jacob Fehr at 308-284-4060.
All applications will be reviewed and selected candidates will be called for an interview. Open until filled. EOE
