Special Education Teacher - Ottumwa, Iowa

Exciting opportunities await talented Special Education Teachers eager to make a lasting impact in a dynamic school environment near Ottumwa, IA. Multiple full-time contract positions are available for the upcoming school year, with the district seeking to interview and hire qualified professionals promptly. Enjoy the chance to work with diverse K-12 student caseloads with a choice of self-contained, inclusion, resource, or co-teaching classrooms.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Special Education teaching credentials for the state of Iowa
• Proven experience working with IEPs and managing related documentation
• Familiarity with multiple educational settings: self-contained, inclusion, resource, and co-teaching
• Ability to fulfill daily responsibilities and broader requirements unique to Special Education teaching roles
• Demonstrated professional work ethic, commitment to student growth, and a consistently positive, proactive attitude

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, adapt, and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to a range of student abilities and learning profiles
• Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and school support staff to provide inclusive and supportive learning environments
• Employ evidence-based teaching strategies and academic interventions, ensuring accommodations and modifications are effectively in place
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress and goals
• Document student performance, progress, and ongoing needs in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Foster an encouraging classroom culture that supports social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement

If you are ready to support the academic and personal development of students with special needs and would like to secure a position for the next school year, this is your chance! Take the next step in your career and apply today to be considered for these full-time contract roles—interviews will be conducted soon, so don't delay.