Special Education Teachers (Grades K-12)

Special Education Teachers (Grades K-12)

JobID: 1314 Position Type: Student Support Services/LD/ED Teacher Date Posted: 3/24/2026 Location: Fort Washakie Middle School Date Available: 08/11/2026 Closing Date: 04/25/2025

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Job Description Fremont County School District 21 Special Education Teacher

Purpose Statement The job of Special Education Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for developing special education students success in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group an individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress. This job reports to Principal.

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized educational plans (IEPs) within established lesson plans.
• Administers developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; students achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals (e.g. behavioral, motor development and communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities, etc.) for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
• Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, health status, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
• Directs paraprofessionals, instructional assistants, volunteers, etc for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
• Maintains files and/or records (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, required documentation, quarterly reports, screening results etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in a variety of meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Provides case management services to students identified on caseload.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code and school policies.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
• Supports classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.; analyzing data; applying curriculum and instructional techniques; and conducting meetings.
• KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; behavioral management strategies; assessment instruments and techniques; current and emerging technology; instructional media/equipment; and methods of instruction and training.
• ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific Ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; working flexible hours.; and working as part of a team.

Responsibility Responsibilities include:

• Working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods;
• Directing other persons within a small work unit;
• Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the jobs functions.
• There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organizations services.

Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 40% walking, and 10% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in a clean atmosphere.

Experience: Job related experience is required. Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area. Equivalency: Required

Testing Certificates and Licenses

• Appropriate Wyoming State Department of Education Certificate and/or endorsement
• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Teaching Credential
• Continuing Educ. / Training: 3 credits in Native American Studies or similar course work within 2 years of hire date

Continuing Education Requirements

• Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Clearances

• Criminal Background Clearance
• Drug Test

FLSA Status: Exempt

Approval Date: Salary Grade BA Title IX Coordinator

Title*: Principal Address: 90 Ethete Rd, Fort Washakie, WY 82514 Telephone Number: 307.332.5983 Email:

Section 504/ADA Coordinator Title*: Principal Address: 90 Ethete Rd, Fort Washakie, WY 82514 Telephone Number: 307.332.5983 Email:

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Title*: Superintendent Address: 90 Ethete Rd, Fort Washakie, WY 82514 Telephone Number: 307.332.5983 Email:

*OCR recognizes that including a persons name may result in an overly burdensome requirement to republish the notice if a person leaves the coordinator position. It is acceptable for a school district to identify its coordinator only through a position title.