Special Education Teacher on Special Assignment, 7-12
JobID: 3527 Position Type: High School Teaching/Special Education Teacher
Date Posted: 2/18/2026 Location: District-wide
Additional Information:
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Valid state teaching license with Special Education endorsement. • Minimum of three (3) years of successful special education teaching experience. • Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA, MTSS frameworks, and special education compliance. • Strong understanding of instructional strategies, curriculum modifications, and behavior intervention. • Ability to coach and support adult staff/learners in a collaborative manner. • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred:
• Experience at both elementary and secondary levels. • Experience mentoring, coaching, or leading professional development. • Knowledge of district-specific special education systems, software, and processes. • Endorsements in multiple disability categories.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Staff Mentorship & Professional Support
• Coach and mentor special education teachers and paraprofessionals on best practices in instruction, accommodations, and modifications. • Provide training and guidance on special education compliance, including IEP development, progress monitoring, evaluation procedures, and documentation. • Support staff with curriculum planning, instructional design, behavior support strategies, and effective delivery of specially designed instruction. • Assist teachers with scheduling, workload distribution, case management planning, and daily routines.
Collaboration & Program Support:
• Work collaboratively with school administrators, department heads, instructional coaches, and related service providers to improve service delivery and program implementation. • Support Department Heads and Team Leaders in organizing and monitoring special education services at the elementary and secondary levels. • Participate in district-level special education leadership meetings, committees, and problem-solving teams. • Assist with coordination of professional development at the building and district levels.
Caseload, Instructional, and Meeting Responsibilities:
• Maintain caseload management duties when needed, including IEP development, family communication, data collection, and compliance tasks. • Provide direct instruction or classroom coverage when a licensed special education teacher is required due to vacancies, leaves, or certification needs. • Conduct student assessments and assist in eligibility determinations as appropriate. • Periodically act as an Administrator Designee for IEP and Evaluation meetings, ensuring compliance, facilitation of team processes, and support for families and staff.
Compliance & Documentation:
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and district regulations governing special education. • Review and support the completion of compliant and high-quality IEPs, progress reports, and evaluation reports. • Assist with monitoring program documentation, data systems, and timelines.
Leadership & Continuous Improvement:
• Model effective instructional practices and professional conduct. • Analyze student data to identify instructional needs and recommend strategies. • Contribute to ongoing development and refinement of district procedures, guidance documents, and special education resources. • Support initiatives that enhance inclusive practices and promote equitable outcomes for students with disabilities.
EMPLOYMENT:
• 187 Days (possibility of additional work days dependent on need and budget) • Location: District-wide • CLOSING DATE: Open until filled • A Frontline Application must be received in the Frontline Application program (available at www.gfps.k12.mt.us) by the closing date.