Level II Special Education Teacher (Grades K-12)
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Ames High School is seeking a Special Education Level II Teacher for the 2021-2022 school year.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Ames Community School District is to ensure that all learners develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, values, and personal esteem necessary to grow in and shape a changing society.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Demonstrates the ability to enhance academic performance.
- Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position.
- Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction.
- Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meets the multiple learning needs of students.
- Uses effectives classroom management strategies.
- Fulfills all the responsibilities of the IEP: timely and current progress monitoring, uses progress monitoring to guide instruction, etc.
- Works collaboratively with other educational and community professionals.
- Engages in professional growth.
- Attends work on a consistent and punctual basis.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid Iowa teaching license.
- K-12 Strategist II Endorsement required.
- ID Alternate Assessment endorsement preferred.
- Ability to pass a background check required.
Closing Date: Open until Filled
Candidates, please follow the link to apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/amesk12/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=479
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It is the policy of the Ames Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Kristin Johnson, Human Resources Director, kristin.johnson@ames.k12.ia.us, District Offices, 2005 24th St. Ames, IA 50010, (515) 268-6610.