High School Special Education Transitions Teacher (4+ Program)

High School Special Education Transitions Teacher (4+ Program) Des Moines Public School District SP ED HIGH SCHOOL NETWORK - DES MOINES, Iowa Job ID: 5718982 Application Deadline: May 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time) Posted: May 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026 Job Description DMPS is seeking a special education endorsed teacher for the 26-27 school year at our 4+ program housed at Central Campus. This position will focus on student transitions, supporting students ages 19-21 as they focus on living, learning, and working toward post‑secondary goals. Applicants with a 5‑12 Strat 1 endorsement are welcome to apply, but Strat 2 BD or ID are preferred. This position also requires a WEC endorsement or willingness to obtain such. Title: Special Education Teacher (PreK‑12) Position Type: TCHR Hiring Specifications Required: Valid Iowa teaching license (appropriate endorsement code for teaching assignment). Demonstrate effectiveness in oral and written communications. Desired: Experience in an urban school district CPR certification. Basic Function Responsible for planning and delivering a high‑quality educational program to meet children’s academic, social‑emotional, and behavioral needs. The special education teacher is a partner with the guardian and support team in developing, implementing, and monitoring the student Individual Education Plan (IEP). Essential Functions Deliver daily lessons, aligned to state and district standards, that meet students’ individual needs and ensure growth. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve learning. Participate in building and district professional learning communities to plan for instruction, analyze data, and create assessments. Work with colleagues to make accommodations to instruction and curriculum to meet the learning needs of student with IEPs. Monitor student learning on a daily basis. Use multiple data points to guide and individualize instruction. Communicate with families on a regular basis. Participate in professional development. Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards Additional Essential Functions (for every DMPS position) Maintain confidentiality. Attend work promptly and on a regular basis. Maintain a satisfactory working relationship with staff, students, and families. Assist with other duties as needed to maintain a safe and orderly school. Department Student & Family Services Reports To Building Administrator, Director of Student Services Receives Guidance From Special Education Consultant Union DMEA Salary $50,569 to $83,640 Per Year Working Conditions Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during recess and arrival/dismissal Physical Requirements Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling, lifting carrying Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Benefits All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check. Contact Information Jeremiah Schwennen, Talent Support Manager Human Resources Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education