Elementary Special Education Teacher

• Assessment & Planning: Assess student needs, develop IEPs with goals, and adapt general lessons.
• Instruction: Teach core subjects, social skills, and life skills using individualized methods (small groups, one-on-one).
• Collaboration: Work with general education teachers, parents, counselors, and administrators on IEPs and student progress.
• Progress Monitoring: Track student performance, maintain records, and update IEPs.
• Behavior Management: Establish rules, implement behavior plans, and use positive reinforcement.
• Transition Planning: Prepare students for grade-to-grade and post-school transitions.

• Deep understanding of special education principles and effective teaching methods for disabilities.
• Ability to modify curriculum and use assistive technology.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.

• Works with elementary students (K-6) with various disabilities (learning, emotional, physical, intellectual).

It is the policy of the Albia Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact:

Joellen Swartz, PK-12 Curriculum Director

Program Equity Coordinator

ALBIA CSD

Lincoln Center

222 N. 2nd St.

Albia, Iowa 52531

Telephone: 641/932-2161, Ext. 1301