Matheson Jr Special Education Elements Teacher - External - One Ye

Position Details

Position Type:
Secondary Teaching/ Special Education Teacher - Severe

Date Posted: 1/15/2026

Location:

Matheson Jr. High

Date Available:

01/26/2026

Closing Date: 01/26/2026

Posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.

Position is for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year; one‑year only position.

• Utah Special Education teaching license
• Out‑of‑state Special Education teaching license
• New graduates from teacher preparation programs who have not yet received their official teaching license must upload a conferral letter from their university on official letterhead including:
  • Degree earned
  • Anticipated graduation date
  • Type of license and content area(s) recommended to the Utah State Board of Education
• Official copy of teaching license and degree required upon hire
• At least a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university
• Either:
  • Approved for an Associate License through the Utah State Board of Education in Special Education
  • Accepted into one of the following university Special Education programs and will be approved for the Associate Educator License within 6 months of hire (failure may jeopardize employment):
    • Weber State University
    • University of Utah
    • Utah State University
    • Southern Utah State University
    • Western Governor's University
    • Brigham Young University
    • Westminster College
    • Dixie State University

• Teach the core content area(s) outlined in the USBE's Core Curriculum and adopted by the Board of Education, correlating with other approved learning activities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the child.
• Utilize effective teaching techniques to translate lesson plans into productive student learning experiences that best utilize the time available for instruction.
• Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.
• Supervise students, requiring indoor and outdoor responsibilities (e.g., recess duty, gymnasium activities, etc.) in all types of weather and air quality.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere, using appropriate discipline strategies.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Implement Proficiency-Based Learning (PBL) and the Granite Way in evaluating students.
• Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone calls, e‑mails, student planners, school website, and other appropriate means to discuss student progress.
• Communicate and cooperate with other professional staff regarding the student's academic and personal growth areas.
• Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
• Create an effective learning environment through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Provide and maintain a safe and supportive environment in the classroom and on the school campus.
• Maintain professional competence through in‑service education activities provided by the school district and self‑selected professional growth activities.
• Participate in faculty meetings and appropriate educator evaluation procedures as per district guidelines.
• Administer appropriate student attendance policies and procedures.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with state and district testing procedures.
• Participate in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities.
• Select and requisition books and instructional materials; maintain required inventory records.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, and members of the community.
• Understand and adhere to laws, district policies, and procedures.
• Maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, school staff, district staff, and members of the community.
• Demonstrate professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission.
• Be a positive role model.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer and…