SPECIAL EDUCATION EARLY LEARNING TEACHER
Salary & Benefits
The Moses Lake School District is seeking highly qualified applications for a Special Education Early Learning Teacher/ Case Manager.
Position Overview:
This is a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with a dynamic early learning special education team to support students during their critical developmental years. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong IEP case management skills, a passion for early intervention, and the ability to adapt and design individualized learning programs that foster inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Qualifications:
- Valid Washington State Teacher Certification.
- Special Education endorsement.
- Preferred: Early Childhood Education (ECE) endorsement.
Successful Experience In:
- Teaching students with a full range of disabilities, including Autism.
- Early Childhood Education and early intervention programming.
- Collaborating effectively with general education teachers, special education staff, specialists, educational assistants, and families.
- Planning and implementing Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) to meet individual student needs.
- Writing, reviewing, and managing IEPs, including scheduling and leading IEP meetings.
- Adapting and differentiating curriculum to support student success.
- Demonstrating sensitivity to cultural diversity and fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
- Meeting deadlines with exceptional organizational skills while maintaining flexibility.
Demonstrated Abilities
- Leading and guiding collaborative, multidisciplinary teams to support student outcomes.
- Problem-solving in a positive and constructive manner.
- Supervising and managing educational assistant(s) to run multiple groups within the classroom.
- Establishing strong relationships with families and adhering to confidentiality.
- Willingness to work with students with significant medical needs and/or behavioral challenges.
- Participating in the transition process from Early Learning to Kindergarten to ensure smooth educational continuity.
- Knowledge of and experience with Washington State WACs (Part C-B) and early childhood special education services.
- Maintaining excellent attendance and a positive, team-oriented approach to program needs.
Other Responsiblities:
- Act as a resource for the school community on special education matters.
- Support shared decision-making processes and foster team collaboration.
- Stay current with district resources and participate in ongoing training.
- Evaluate student progress and adjust programming to maximize growth and learning.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by administration.
Other:
- This position will be evaluated using the Danielson Coaching Matrix.
The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766-2650, mmusso@mlsd161.org; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766- 2670, sburgess@mlsd161.org |