Special Education Teacher; Strategist - Parkview Middle School

Special Education Teacher (Strategist I) - Parkview Middle School

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

At Ankeny Schools, the Special Education Teacher plays a vital role in ensuring all students have access to meaningful learning experiences and the support they need to succeed. Design and deliver individualized and small‑group instruction aligned with district curriculum, support students’ academic, social, and functional skill development, and create inclusive learning environments.

The role offers collaboration with general education teachers, professional staff, and administrators to meet diverse student needs, and partnership with families to support student growth and progress.

Special Education Classroom Teacher

Salary:
See Negotiated Teacher Salary Schedule

Building Principal

Exempt

Experience
:
Prior teaching experience preferred, but not required.

Education & Licensure
:
Bachelor’s degree in position related area and Iowa BOEE Teacher License.

Endorsement Requirement
: STRAT I.

Required Skills
:

• Strong instructional planning and delivery aligned to district curriculum and learning goals.
• Ability to use assessment data to guide instruction and support student growth.
• Effective classroom management fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills with students, families, and colleagues.
• Collaboration and continuous learning and improvement.

Accommodates and/or modifies course content with general education teachers to provide specially designed instruction aligned with individualized learning plans.

Administers developmental testing and subject‑specific assessments; evaluates student progress toward objectives and prepares documentation such as adaptive materials, grades, attendance, anecdotal records, IEPS, and behavior logs.

Manages student behavior, counsels students, and monitors them in various educational settings to ensure a safe and positive environment.

Advises parents and legal guardians, collaborates with instructional staff and community resources, responds to inquiries, and participates in meetings such as LEPs and 504.

Provides first aid and assistance to medically fragile children when the nurse is unavailable; reports incidents to maintain safety and comply with laws and policies.

Demonstrates reliable attendance and punctuality, ensuring instructional continuity and student stability.

Upholds Iowa Teaching Standards and Ethical Standards, maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, ethical conduct, and continuous improvement.

• Participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and special events.
• Provide excellent customer service to all employees.
• Work efficiently and independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions.
• Use positive and professional communication.
• Adhere to safety protocols and district policies.
• Support district goals and objectives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical demands include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, driving, standing, and walking; work may involve extreme temperatures, humidity, exposure to communicable diseases, and emotional stress.

Work year established by the district; salary according to schedule adopted annually.

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

Job performance will be evaluated annually, as per district policies and procedures.

Date: January 9th, 2026

The Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.