Special Education Teacher - Elementary #HIRING

Job Description

Join a mission-driven team making a meaningful impact every day!

At Children’s Square USA, we're not just growing — we're evolving and building a brighter future for the children and families we serve. As a mission-driven non-profit organization dedicated to helping children in crisis, we’re expanding our team and seeking a Special Education Teacher for our campus who is excited to be part of something meaningful.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and adolescents, and thrive in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment — this is your opportunity to shine! Children’s Square is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team to build a brighter future.

In this essential role, you will serve as a strong advocate and trusted support for youths navigating mental health crises. You’ll play a key part in creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where healing and growth are possible.

Freedom to create unique lesson plans and your own classroom schedule?

How about having the opportunity to work in other programs during the summer for additional pay?

JOB SUMMARY:

The Special Education Teacher position at Children’s Square USA is special for many reasons.  While providing an education program for youths who need an alternative setting to be successful, you are allotted the autonomy to be creative, design your own curriculum as well as enjoy a built-in planning period. You will have an allocated budget for supplies, incentives, and field trips to better assist with the development, evaluation and instruction of students. In addition, you will have the support and assistance of youth workers.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide an appropriate educational program and instruction for students as developed through each IEP, including a transition plan.  Develop and monitor measurable objectives for the IEP.
2. Develop curriculum, adjust and adapt curriculum as needed and create instructional materials to support the curriculum.
3. Serve as a case coordinator and home room teacher in the areas of: IEP Intake meeting; annual IEP review; three-year re-evaluation process.
4. Promote a positive learning atmosphere that enhances a learning environment for all students and a positive team environment.
5. Communicate in a professional and effective manner with teachers, administrators, residential staff, students, support personnel, parent(s)/guardian(s), and professionals from other community schools and agencies. Prepare reports that communicate student progress to staff, parent(s)/guardian(s), and other professionals as appropriate.
6. Maintain pertinent information in student records.  Treat student information confidentially and disseminate it according to agency policies and procedures.
7. Provide initial and ongoing training to the Paraeducator relative to the Paraeducator position.
8. Participate in student evaluations through appropriate testing and other activities.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education with Special Education Endorsements for teaching Behaviorally Disordered students.

• Must possess an Iowa Educator's License with credentials allowing placement in a special education setting.

• Experience with curriculum development, classroom instruction, and student behavior management.

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

• Must have a valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record 

• If required and authorized to drive a personal auto on agency business, you must have automobile insurance that meets agency policy.

• Ability to interact with clients and children with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population.

• Learning Strategist I with behavior experience or Learning Strategist II (preferred)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• We match the Council Bluffs Community School District salary structure.
• You will earn accrued personal days that can be used without a specific designation.
• Shortened school day.
• Trauma Informed Care training.

We need two Special Education Teachers - Elementary students.

Company Description

Children’s Square U.S.A. is a private, not-for profit organization. Founded in 1882, Children’s Square U.S.A. has a rich history of caring for children from birth to 23 and their families, instilling hope and helping to restore lives.

Our mission: Building a bright future for children and families.

Our vision: To be a center of excellence empowering over 2,000 children daily to have a bright future through social and emotional wellness by December 31, 2031

Our employees are the heart of who we are. If you have an interest in truly making a difference in the life of a child, Children’s Square U.S.A. may just be what you are looking for. Our mission-focused programming impacts the lives of over 1000 children and their families each and every day. Be a part of team that cares and comes to work each day with the desire to build a better tomorrow for a child.

Children’s Square U.S.A. is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application!

Children’s Square U.S.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Cancer and Intensive Care Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• New Child Leave
• Unpaid Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Retirement Program
• Tax Sheltered Annuity
• Employee Assistance Program