Special Education Teacher/Self-Contained; Grades K-2
Job in
Sheridan, Grant County, Arkansas, 72150, USA
Listing for:
Arkmea
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-19
Job specializations:
-
Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, High School, Elementary School, Education Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Special Education Teacher/Self-Contained (Grades K-2)
Location: SheridanApplications will be accepted beginning Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 AM (Central Standard Time).
Special Education Teacher/Self-Contained (Grades K-2)
Job Description
SHERIDAN SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL ED TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION
Terms of Employment
190 day contract (additional days may be contracted for extra duties).Job Type: Licensed Teacher.Reports to:
Campus Principal or Designee.Salary based on district Licensed Salary Schedule.FLSA Status:
Exempt.10 days sick leave per year of employment.3 days personal leave per year.Personal Qualifications
Current or pending Arkansas Department of Education teaching license in special education.Must possess knowledge in all areas of responsibility as well as law and local policy.Must be computer literate with at least the ability to send and receive email with attachments, produce memos, navigate the internet as required by position responsibilities, accurately complete and submit forms or reports as required, etc.Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions, policies, and procedures.Must be attentive to details, a self‑starter, able to work effectively without constant or direct supervision; must be able to multi‑task.Must be of good moral character.Must have good communication and organizational skills.General Duties / Responsibilities (but not limited to)
Teach academic and functional skills to educationally and physically disabled students.Modify the general education curriculum for special‑needs students, based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by the ADE, Board policies, and administrative regulations.Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis by testing students, recording grades, and providing progress reports to parents and appropriate professionals as directed by the district.Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.Establish control in the classroom and administer discipline in accordance with Board policies, the student handbook, and administrative regulations.Take reasonable caution to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.Maintain accurate, complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.If needed, assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional material.Be responsible for supervising the proper usage of teaching supplies, classroom equipment, and other instructional materials.Attend and participate in faculty meetings, required professional development, and/or any other meetings required by campus or district administration.Maintain acceptable attendance and punctuality in accordance with district policy and campus expectations.Sponsor and accept responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned or approved by the campus or district administration.Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, and parents. Strictly follow the Code of Ethics for Arkansas Educators.Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods.Work to maintain and improve professional competence.Accept and respond appropriately to supervision.Provide lesson plans as expected by campus administration.Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or designee.Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students’ educational, physical, and social development.Specific Qualifications and/or Requirements
Physical Requirements To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.
Intelligence
Requires the ability to read and follow a variety of instructions on district, state, and federal websites as well as hard copy.
Language Ability
Requires the ability to read a variety of correspondences. Requires the ability to prepare lessons, reports, etc. using prescribed…
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