Miriam School and Learning Center
Location
Webster Groves, Missouri
Salary
$52,821 - $74,181 / YEAR
The teacher is responsible for writing and updating IEPs, managing the special education process, and providing direct instruction to K-5 students. They must conduct professional assessments of student strengths and weaknesses and collaborate with parents and school staff.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree and a Missouri certification in special education. A minimum of one year of teaching experience in special or general education is required.
Miriam Learning Center is searching for a FULL TIME SPED Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year located at a school in St. Louis City. The compensation range is $52,820.50 - $74,181.00. This position will work with grades K-5 in a general education/special education classroom during school hours Monday-Friday. The caseload is a mix of push-in and pull-out. The full time SPED teacher will write and update IEPs, manage the SPED process, and provide IEP minutes and consultation.
Status: Full time
Bachelor's or Master's degree from accredited school in a related field Must have a Missouri certification in special education Requires a minimum of 1 year of teaching experience in special education and/or general education Experience working with grades K-5 Experience in providing educational services to children and/or adolescents who have educational disabilities or learning difficulties. Ability to use computer and web based programs consistently including Outlook, Word, Excel, Sharepoint, and Spedtrack. Reports to: SPED Supervisor
$52,820.50 - $74,181.00 The special education teacher/tutor evaluates a student's academic issues as they pertain to select school subjects and provides instruction to improve upon deficit areas. The special education teacher long-term substitute position provides direct or consult IEP minutes to students in accordance with their IEP goals and present level of performance. He/she may write and update the Individual Educational Plans and complete quarterly progress reports. Must feel comfortable taking charge in new situations and working independently. Must be able to respond to work requests very quickly via email or phone.
To provide a professional assessment of each child's weaknesses and strengths as they relate to school subjects and/or educational diagnosis. To provide direct and consult services to students in accordance with their IEP's. As required, update students' IEPs including present level of performance, appropriate measurable goals, and progress towards goals. Attend IEP meetings, staff meetings, and training as requested by the partner school. Operate as an employee of the assigned school(s). Communicate with parents, staff, and other individuals involved with the students as deemed necessary. Submit billing in a timely manner. Any other duties as specified by the supervisor.
Market context
In Missouri, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by ongoing demand for educators with infant-toddler experience and formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field. These positions can be competitive because Montessori preparation and hands-on experience with children ages 0-3 are often required, along with standard benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and age-group experience before applying.
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