Special Education Teacher K-12 Instructional Strategist II

Special Education Teacher K-12 Instructional Strategist II

West Des Moines Community Schools - Crossroads Park Elementary, West Des Moines, Iowa

This job is also posted on Teach Iowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs, and West Des Moines Community Schools.

Job : 5689273

Final date to receive applications: Jul 09, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: May 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026

Address: 1050 50th Street, West Des Moines, IA

State of Iowa teaching license with K-12 Instructional Strategist II:t required.

Candidate will need to complete both written and physical components of Nonviolent Crisis Prevention (CPI) training provided by district upon hire.

• Knowledge of and enthusiasm to work with students at the designated level.
• Ability to create and maintain healthy relationships with students, staff, parents and community.
• Ability to provide instruction to effectively meet the needs of all students.
• Ability to effectively implement multiple teaching methods (co-teaching, small group, differentiation, etc).
• Knowledge and ability to implement the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Knowledge of special education, section 504 and MTSS process.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to effectively use technology for instruction, communication and data management.
• Ability to effectively engage in professional growth individually and with collaborative teams.
• Ability to implement federal, state and district goals with students.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Department of Iowa regulations.
• Knowledge of Federal rights, Privacy Act and other civil rights regulations.

• Demonstrates effective implementation of the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Meets district standards as set forth in the Certified Staff Professional Growth Model Guidelines.
• Perform all trainings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Please submit the following information with your application:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if selected for a position.)
• Iowa Teaching License (When available)

Applicants with completed applications will be screened for the interview process. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive a call or email from the person involved with the hiring process. You will receive an email notification if you are not selected for an interview.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email stating their application is complete.

AA/EEO Employer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $52,027 Per Year

Job Categories: Special Education >
General Special Education

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please check with employers.

• Tricia Kurtt, Principal
• CROSSROADS PARK ELEMENTARY
• Phone:
• Email: kurttt