Top 21 Special education teacher Jobs in Springfield Mo

2026-2027 Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Arthur Mallory Early Childhood Center
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $45,917 - $83,650 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Emotional Behavior Support, Disney Elementary
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $45,917 - $83,650 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical, Jarrett Middle School
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $45,917 - $83,650 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical, Reed Academy Middle School
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $45,917 - $83,650 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical .5 FTE, Cowden Elementary School (Part-Time)
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $22,958.50 - $41,825.00 a year
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
2026-2027 Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Campbell Early Childhood Center
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $45,917 - $83,650 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Teacher - Special Education Cross Cat
Ozark School District —Ozark, MO
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
Teacher - Ozark Horizon School
State of Missouri —Springfield, MO
- $52,488 - $65,016 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical, Gray/York Elementary Schools
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $45,917 - $83,650 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Teacher - B.W. Robinson State School
State of Missouri —Springfield, MO
- $52,488 - $65,016 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Intensive Support, Reed Academy School
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $45,917 - $83,650 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Management
- Mid-level
2026-2027 Special Education (Co-Taught) Adjunct Educator (Fall Semester) - Launch
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $826 - $2,715 a month
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Flexible schedule
Orientation and Mobility Specialist
TheraPeds —Republic, MO
- $60 - $80 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Classroom Facilitator - Infinity Academy Ozark
THE ARC OF THE OZARKS —Ozark, MO
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Lil Owls child care —Springfield, MO
- From $15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Math
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Cross Categorical Teacher (School Year 2026-2027)
Willard R-2 School District —Willard, MO
- Classroom
- High school
- Bachelor of Science
2026-2027 Intensive Support Classroom Teacher, Central High School
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MO
- $45,917 - $83,650 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
Teacher - Deaf Educator 0.5 FTE
Ozark School District —Ozark, MO
- Classroom
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities

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2026-2027 Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Arthur Mallory Early Childhood Center

Springfield Public Schools -
Springfield, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$45,917 - $83,650 a year

Qualifications

Faculty collaboration
Filing
Meeting scheduling
School legal knowledge
Bachelor's degree
Geometry
Data interpretation
Working with families
Managing projects
Algebra
Technical Proficiency
Cross-functional communication
Childhood developmental milestones

Full Job Description

Job Title: 2026-2027 Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Arthur Mallory Early Childhood Center

Department: Early Childhood Special Education

Pay Grade: Teacher's Salary Schedule

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: School Principal

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Early Childhood Educator will provide support to the instructional program by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for developing special education students' success in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group an individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Administers developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
Administers under supervision, first aid and assistance to medically fragile children (e.g. tube feeding, toileting, diapering, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for children as assigned.
Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals (e.g. behavioral, motor development and communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities, etc.) for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, health status, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.
Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addressing individual student requirements.
Differentiates classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.
Directs student teachers, paraprofessionals, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual needs of students.
Facilitates student learning (e.g. creating a learning environment, integrating technology, arranging field trips, organizing age appropriate activities, ) for the purpose of achieving success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through defined lesson plans.
Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic files and records (e.g. test scores, student evaluations, IEPs, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date information and/or historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements.
Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, ) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. Professional Development, staff meetings, IEPs, Whole Faculty Study Groups, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, IEPs, lesson plans, ) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
Reports health and safety issues to administrative personnel and/or appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, inappropriate social behaviors, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Responds to inquires from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, ) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
Supports classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in job-related area, required

Certificates, Licenses and Other Special Requirements

Eligible for early childhood special education certification in Missouri, required.
Ability to gain and maintain “Highly Qualified” status as defined by Missouri’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; personnel processes; standard business practices; teaching strategies; working with families; and stages of child development.
Knowledge of algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job, including: operating standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications; planning and managing projects and programs; overseeing program financial activities; developing effective working relationships; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and administering personnel policies and procedures; and coordinating with other agencies.
Ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, analyze and/or classify data; to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Department and programs.
Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals under a wide variety of circumstances.
Ability to analyze issues, data, create action plans and ensure that success of Department and District strategic objectives.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to apply critical thinking/problem solving to improve work processes.
Ability to maintain confidentiality; set priorities; meet deadlines and schedules; work with detailed information; and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to set high expectations for self and others; set and monitor progress toward goals; and utilize and offer effective feedback to continuously improve.
Ability to work as part of a team; adapt to changing priorities; and apply logical processes and analytical skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 5% walking, and 75% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
Work environment is primarily inside, where the noise and temperature levels are moderate.
The work is light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
Must possess the physical ability to work primarily with fingers, perceive the nature of sounds, make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, substantial movements (motions) with the hands, wrists, and/or fingers, and discern letters or numbers at a given distance.
Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, grasping, hearing, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, visual acuity and walking.

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special education teacher jobs in springfield mo

2026-2027 Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Arthur Mallory Early Childhood Center

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Emotional Behavior Support, Disney Elementary

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical, Jarrett Middle School

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical, Reed Academy Middle School

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical .5 FTE, Cowden Elementary School (Part-Time)

2026-2027 Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Campbell Early Childhood Center

Teacher - Special Education Cross Cat

Teacher - Ozark Horizon School

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical, Gray/York Elementary Schools

Teacher - B.W. Robinson State School

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Intensive Support, Reed Academy School

2026-2027 Special Education (Co-Taught) Adjunct Educator (Fall Semester) - Launch

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