2026-2027 High School Special Education Teacher at Park Hill High - Intensive

POSITION TITLE: Teacher

SALARY: No less than $50,000

QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold proper certification according to the state of Missouri.

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: New teachers 190 days; returning teachers 186 days with benefits provided according to the Park Hill School District and Park Hill National Education Association Agreement.

JOB GOAL: To assist students in learning the appropriate subject matter, skills and/or attitudes that will contribute to their development as responsible citizens.

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in curriculum review and design.
• Employs a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
• Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
• Monitors student progress and adjusts instruction accordingly.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Refers student for alternative services as provided by the Park Hill School District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abides by Missouri statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attends meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation

FLSA Status: Exempt