Junior High School Special Education Teacher
Listed on 2026-06-25
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Education / Teaching
High School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Education Administration, School Counselor
Junior High School Special Education Teacher
District/Organization: Meridian Public Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: Per Master Agreement between the Meridian Public Schools Board of Education and the Meridian Education Association
JOB POSTING
Meridian Junior High School
FULL-TIME JUNIOR HIGH SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
The following position is being posted for the school year.
DESCRIPTION: Full-Time Junior High Special Education Teacher
LOCATION: Meridian Junior High School
STARTING DATE: August 19, 2026 following School Calendar
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have appropriate Special Education Certification. Applicants must meet highly qualified requirements of No Child Left Behind Endorsement.
RATE OF PAY: Per Master Agreement between the Meridian Public Schools Board of Education and the Meridian Education Association
SUPERVISOR: Junior High School Principal
Final date to receive applications: 3:00 p.m., July 13, 2026 or UNTIL POSITION FILLED
. Resumes will be reviewed as they are received and Meridian reserves the right to interview and hire prior to this deadline.
NOTE:
Any applicant recommended for hire for any position is required to consent to a criminal history investigation and back assessment, if required by job description.
JUNIOR HIGH SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students’ specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions
- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
- Participates in PPT’s and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans (“IEP”) for students.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students’ IEP’s and behavior management plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
SUMMARY Teachers are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Meridian Public Schools teachers are committed and focused to student centered learning.
REPORTS TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL
DISTRICT-WIDE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: Meridian Public Schools, in partnership with parents, students, businesses and the community, are committed to and responsible for ensuring the highest level of academic achievement and career planning for all students, the highest performing organizational structure at all levels, and a safe and effective learning environment for all students.
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