Teacher - Special Education Learning Specialist; Part-Time; John Warner Middle School

Columbia Special Services
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Job : 5946843

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

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POSITION PROPERTIES

Position Title: Teacher – Special Education Learning Specialist (Part-Time)

Schedule / Grade: Special Education Teacher Salary Schedule (0.25 FTE)

Job Code: xxTEACH
076

FLSA: Exempt

Calendar: TEACH

Benefits: Not Eligible

Contract Type: TEACH

Bargaining Unit: TCHR-NEA

Revised Date: 10/01/2026

PURPOSE

Design and implement instruction for students with identified educational disabilities. This position requires excellent organization and communication skills as the specialist will need to manage a number of time sensitive tasks as well as collaborate with a variety of professionals including paraprofessionals, service providers, and general educators.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated both individually and collaboratively.
• Plans and implements a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of all students using data-driven decision-making.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of all students.
• Prepares for assigned classes and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives to students for all lessons and units.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the locationprovided and the needs and capabilities of individuals or student groups involved.
• Collaborate with administrators, colleagues and parents in a positive and productive manner.
• Strives to implementby instruction and action, the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Evaluates the learning problems of students on a regular basis, seeking assistance of District specialists as needed and/or required.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, District policy, and Administrative regulation.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure while maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and appropriate manner.
• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) where applicable.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as needed.

Performs other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visithttp://www.cpsk
12.org.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports To:

Director of Special Services and Building Principal

Supervises:
None

SALARY

Commensurate based on education and remaining days

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:
Bachelor’s degree;
Missouri teacher certificate in special education

Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and…