Special Education Teacher - Perimeter or Waynesville Middle School
District Profile: The Waynesville R VI School District is a progressive district located in south central Missouri along interstate 44 between St. Louis and Springfield, about 45 minutes southeast of the Lake of the Ozarks. The district serves the student population of approximately 6,000 students from the growing communities of Waynesville, St. Robert, and the Fort Leonard Wood military post. Modern, state of the art facilities include one early childhood center, five elementary schools, one sixth grade center, one middle school, one high school and one career center. Approximate annual budget: $66 million. Qualifications: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR CERTIFICATION As set by state certification standards Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate or acceptable. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Ability to write reports and correspondence consistent with the duties of this position. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints. Displays courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to perform basic math using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals consistent with the duties of this position. REASONING ABILITY Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and information furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to identify and define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains appropriate confidentiality. Promotes a harassment-free environment. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamwork. Ability to learn and utilize office equipment, computers, and software especially as systems are upgraded. Ability to learn and upgrade job skills in order to meet changing demands of the position. Excellent computer and keyboarding skills. Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism. Extensive knowledge of and ability to perform duties in full compliance with all district, Board of Education, state and federal laws, methods, requirements, policies, procedures, and activities pertinent to the duties of this position. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Ability to use independent judgment and demonstrates initiative to act without being asked. _ PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. _ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. _ WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. _ Work is performed in and around a student learning environment. Employee experiences a multitude of demands and changing priorities, constant interruptions, and inflexible deadlines. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud. Duties are performed primarily indoors and occasionally outdoors. In-district and out-of-town travel required as necessary for training and/or to carry out duties and responsibilities. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $43,295.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: Teaching: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Ability to obtain Teaching Certification (Required) Work Location: In person
