Special Education Special Classes Teacher - Applied Academics; External

Special Education Special Classes Teacher – Applied Academics

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Posting Site: External Applicants Only

• Position type:
  Secondary Teaching / Special Education Teacher – Mild/Mod
• Location:
  
  Wasatch Jr. High
• Date posted: 7/7/2026
• Date available:
  
  8/3/2026
• Closing Date: 7/14/2026

• Hold a Utah Special Education teaching license
• Hold an out‑of‑state Special Education teaching license
• New graduates from teacher preparation programs: upload a conferral letter on official university letterhead that includes degree earned, anticipated graduation date, and type of license and content areas for Utah State Board of Education recommendation
• Be officially graduated before the position start date; provide official copy of license and degree at hire
• Have at least a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university and already be approved for an Associate License through the Utah State Board of Education in Special Education
• Or have been accepted into one of the following university Special Education programs and are eventually approved:
  Weber State University, University of Utah, Utah State University, Southern Utah State University, Western Governor’s University, Brigham Young University, Westminster College, Utah Tech University
• Or have at least a bachelor’s degree and be required to enroll in one of the above in‑state programs and be approved for the Associate Educator License within 6 months of hire; failure to gain approval may jeopardize continuation of employment

• Upload a copy of in‑state or out‑of‑state license
• If approved for an Associate License, upload eligibility letter
• If accepted into a university program, upload acceptance letter and confirm good standing
• If only a bachelor’s degree, upload copy of degree

• Mild/Moderate or Severe endorsement required
• Position begins 2026‑2027 school year
• Preference for teachers with experience collaborating and supporting students in general education classrooms for access and progress in the general curriculum

Mary Basso, Principal

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Job Summary

Under the direction of the school principal, the classroom teacher creates a positive learning environment where students develop critical thinking, problem solving, lifelong learning, and productivity. Teachers maintain a safe environment, establish rapport with stakeholders, motivate students, differentiate curriculum, and use research‑based instruction. Implement Proficiency‑Based Grading and the Granite Way.

• Teach core content areas of the USBE Core Curriculum and other approved learning activities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials; provide individualized and small‑group instruction to adapt curriculum to students’ needs.
• Employ effective teaching techniques to translate lesson plans into productive student learning experiences.
• Utilize computers and technological classroom support equipment in instruction.
• Supervise students indoors and outdoors, including recess and gymnasium activities, in all weather and air quality.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior through organization and discipline strategies.
• Evaluate students’ academic and social growth; maintain records and prepare progress reports.
• Implement Proficiency‑Based Learning in evaluating students.
• Implement the Granite Way.
• Communicate with parents via conferences, phones, e‑mails, student planners, school website, and other appropriate means to discuss progress.
• Communicate and cooperate with other professional staff on student growth areas.
• Maintain attendance, physical presence, and timeliness.
• Create an effective learning environment with displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment in the classroom and on campus.
• Maintain professional competence through in‑service education and independent professional growth activities.
• Participate in faculty meetings as required.
• Administer appropriate student attendance policies and procedures.
• Participate in educator evaluation procedures per district guidelines.
• Administer group standardized tests per state and district procedures.
• Participate…