Special Education Instructor
Job in
Springdale, Washington County, Arkansas, 72766, USA
Listing for:
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position
Listed on 2026-07-23
Job specializations:
-
Education / Teaching
Education Administration, School Counseling & Student Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 66000 USD Yearly
USD
42000.00
66000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: SPECIAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR
SPECIAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR
Location:
5820 GTEC NWA - Springdale, AR 72764
Overview
Level: Experienced
Position Type:
Full Time
Job Shift: Day
Description
This position will serve as the school’s primary leader for implementation of IDEA, Section 504, and dyslexia procedures required by state law.
The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental aides, accommodations, and other needed supports. The position will work with the instructional team in meeting standards‑aligned educational objectives.
The position will work with the instructional team in meeting the educational objectives and supporting the school's motto: "Relationships, Relevance, and Rigor".
Uphold a positive work environment that follows Goodwill's Amazing Customer Experience (ACE) culture, Values, and Mission in everything you do and every interaction you have with co‑workers, clients, customers and management.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesServe as the school’s primary leader for IDEA implementationEnsure provision of Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environmentOversee Child Find, referrals, evaluations, eligibility determinations, IEP development and implementation, reevaluations, transitions, discipline protections, procedural safeguards, and related servicesMonitor timelines and documentationOversee due‑process and complaint matters in coordination with leadership and legal counselPrepare for DESE monitoringDevelop procedures, manuals, service‑delivery models, and annual program goalsAnalyze compliance and student‑outcome dataConduct internal audits of IEPsIdentify systemic needsReport program performance, risks, and recommendations to school directorServe as the school's Section 504 Coordinator or provide direct oversight of the school's Section 504 programDevelop, implement, and maintain procedures for the identification, evaluation, eligibility determination, placement, and periodic reevaluation of students under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973Ensure eligible students receive a FAPE through appropriate accommodations, services, and supportsOversee the development, implementation, review, and monitoring of Section 504 PlansProvide guidance to administrators, teachers, life coaches, and other staff regarding Section 504 eligibility and implementationMonitor the consistent and effective implementation of accommodations across classrooms, assessments, and other school programsCoordinate Section 504 considerations related to student discipline and ensure applicable protections are followedMaintain accurate and confidential Section 504 records and monitor required review and reevaluation timelinesRespond to student questions and concerns and support the resolution of Section 504 disputesProvide professional development to school personnel regarding Section 504, disability discrimination, accommodations, and staff responsibilitiesEnsure students are appropriately served under the applicable legal framework and that Section 504 is not used as a substitute for IDEA eligibility when a student requires special educationEnsure all procedures outlined in Ark. Code Ann. §§ 6-41-601 through 6-41-611 regarding screening, evaluation, and services for students with dyslexia or characteristics of dyslexia who may or may not otherwise qualify for special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are implemented with fidelityManaging student behavior in the classroom and on school premises, and applying appropriate and effective measures in cases of misbehavior with dignityParticipate in collaborative curriculum development, grade‑level activities, and school‑wide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, school culture, and new student orientationQualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The…
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