Special Education Resource Teacher

Special Education Resource Teacher

Van Buren School District

Butterfield Trail Middle School - Van Buren, Arkansas

This job is also posted in Van Buren School District

Job Details

Job ID:5721231

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Posted:Yesterday

Starting Date:Jul 31, 2026

Job Description

Description

Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans based on district approved curriculum

Provide individualized and small group instruction as needed to create a personalized learning experience for each student

Maintains a safe, organized classroom through effective classroom management

Establishes and maintains appropriate relationships with students, parents, community members and staff

Communicates regularly with parents regarding their child's academic and behavioral progress

Collaborates with all instructional staff and other school personnel

Evaluates students' academic growth by administering developmentally appropriate assessments, maintaining accurate records and preparing progress reports

Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional growth by participating in professional development and other meetings as needed in accordance with District and Division of Elementary and Secondary Education guidelines

Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates behavior that is conscientious and responsible

Performs other duties as assigned by principal

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Arkansas teaching license with a certification in Special Education or willing to become certified via an Additional Licensure Plan through Arkansas Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Clean background check

Effective oral and written communication skills

Knowledge of relevant technology

Physical requirements*

Be able to stand for the majority of the school day in order to effectively monitor and supervise students

Be able to walk short distances to escort children between classrooms and activities

Be able to sit, stand, lean, reach, bend, lift and squat to assist students as needed

Be able to walk on uneven surfaces (playground)

Be able to walk up and down stairs

Be outside in all weather conditions for assigned duty (recess, before school drop offs, after school pick- ups and field trips)

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reports to: Principal and Special Education Director

Contract: 190 days

Opening is for the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Type:Full-Time

Salary:$50,277 to $76,677 Per Year