K-12 Special Education Teacher

K-12 Special Education Teacher

Cossatot River School District Cossatot River High School - Cove, Arkansas Open in Google Maps

• Job : 5582640
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Mar 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education and active Special Education Teacher license
• An understanding of teaching and the duties of a teacher as an educational leader
• Eligibility to hold a valid instructional certificate as issued by the Department of Education for the state of Arkansas
• Any alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable and reasonable

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOALS:

To plan for and administer the instructional program and classroom operation in compliance with instructions of the administration, pertinent laws, state and federal regulations and the Board of Education policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates a high regard for confidential and sensitive information
• Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and procedures of classroom maintenance
• Provides case management services for students with a disability including all requirements related to IEP development, provision, and compliance with state and federal regulations
• Assists with the completion of the evaluation process to determine eligibility to ensure that all required components are addressed
• Provides instruction consistent with the students’ Individualized Education Plan (IEP), utilizing strategies, methods, and materials appropriate to the learner’s abilities, needs, and learning style
• Maintains all aspects and provisions of confidentiality related to (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) FERPA
• Administers appropriate assessments to a student to evaluate skill level, progress, and achievement, when necessary or at the direction of the psychologist
• Administers any alternate assessment to students
• Ensures that all required roles per the IDEA are filled at every IEP meeting
• Develops materials and behavioral management strategies that will enable more effective learning
• Develops and revises IEPs for students, as necessary
• Develops and revises Behavior Intervention Plans, as necessary
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning appropriate to the maturity and skill level of the students
• Plans and prepares lessons to provide the students with the opportunity to meet and/or exceed standards as outlined by state standards
• Sets and maintains standards of classroom behavior, utilizing a variety of behavior management strategies
• Uses a variety of differentiated instructional techniques consistent with the needs and capabilities of the students
• Guides the learning process, through the use of clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals and objectives
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by federal, state and district regulations/requirements
• Coordinates and schedules timely IEP meetings with appropriate related service providers
• Works with the regular education staff to implement appropriate accommodations and modifications in the regular classroom to allow for student success
• When assigned an instructional assistant, plans and supervises the assignments and activities of that person(s)
• Recommends adapted equipment or alternatives, as appropriate, to promote student success in all environments
• Consults with parents, staff, and outside agencies, as appropriate
• Identifies and requests materials, supplies, and equipment to enable implementation of IEP goals and objectives, within specified timelines
• Attends required department and district in-services, and campus meetings
• Modifies the general education…