Upper Elementary Special Education Strat II; BD Teacher

Upper Elementary Special Education Strat II (BD) Teacher

Clarke Community School District – Clarke Community Elementary School, Osceola, Iowa

• A Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred
• Current Iowa Certificate with appropriate endorsement required
• Successful teaching experience preferred

• Able to communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Able to work independently and/or as a team to complete tasks and meet goals
• Able to prioritize, organize and accomplish assigned work
• Such alternative to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable

• Plan, evaluate and revise curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction in line with the Iowa Core and district curriculum.
• Contribute to the selection of materials and supplies while implementing designated curriculum.
• Employ a variety of instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Provide effective, developmentally appropriate and differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
• Assess the accomplishment of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Promote student engagement in order to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student.
• Supervise students' work, evaluate and grade student performance, assignments and progress.
• Follow professional practices consistent with school policies in working with students, students' records, parents and/or colleges.
• Maintain a professional demeanor in dealings with parents and students.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence; stay abreast of developments in the field.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development and serves on committees as required or requested.
• Maintain accurate, complete and appropriate records and files.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Provide adequate information, plans and material for substitute teachers.
• Have regular and reliable attendance.
• Act as an advisor to student organizations.
• Conduct lessons in a classroom setting.
• Maintain and implement student IEP.
• Work collaboratively with the AEA/LEA staff to ensure appropriate supports are in place.

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Capable of standing for long periods of time while instructing
• Able to work with interruptions during a work shift
• Tobacco and substance free environment
• Must provide certification of good health prior to employment

Salary and work year to be determined in accordance with provisions of the Agreement between CCEA and CCSD.