2026-27 Central Arkansas 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 PPTs and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans (IEP) for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students IEPs 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 students 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.
• Assists in the orientation of new teachers and provides in-service training in guidance.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note : The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers printer copy and fax machines and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills Knowledge Abilities

Physical and Mental Demands Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note : Also see the Summary of Physical Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Key Skills

Client Server,FMCG Sales,Land Survey,Facilities,Labouring

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1