Special Education Teacher

Special Educator Teacher

• Pay: Starts at $50,000/yr
• Location: 520 N 7th St. Council Bluffs, IA

About CSI

Our story begins in Omaha in 1892, when, due to epidemics, poverty and the difficulties of pioneer life, many children were left in need of parental care. CSI met the need in a revolutionary way – putting the well-being of children first and working to be a voice for the voiceless. We seek to champion children and families by providing the mental, emotional and physical spaces they need to feel empowered and to thrive.

Child Saving Institute (CSI) is looking for someone who has a mind full of wonder and a heart-filled desire to make a difference! We’re on a mission to champion what’s best for each child and family.

As a Special Education Teacher, you’ll be an essential part of our team, providing educational programming for youth with significant behavioral needs, developing and implementing IEPs, designing curriculum, and supporting students in a positive, collaborative, and therapeutic academic environment. In short, our Special Education Teacher will empower students to grow academically, emotionally, and socially while helping create a safe, structured, and encouraging classroom.

What makes CSI special…

GROWTH – Opportunities for learning, professional development, and expanding your skills.
FUN – A culture that believes in celebrating wins and creating moments of joy for staff and students.
IMPACT – Every day you’ll change a child’s life for the better.

Here’s who we are looking for…

Someone who:

• Has a positive and reliable work ethic
• Holds experience working with children and families
• Can design, implement, and adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs
• Communicates professionally with school districts, residential staff, families, and team members
• Creates a positive learning environment that supports growth, safety, and teamwork

Qualifications

Do you think you’d be a good fit for this role? Ideally, you are:

• Experienced in special education programming for Behaviorally Disordered youth
• Able to develop, implement, and monitor IEPs
• Skilled in classroom instruction, behavior management, and curriculum design
• Knowledgeable in educational documentation, communication, and collaboration
• Able to maintain confidential information appropriately
• Certified through the Iowa Department of Education with appropriate Special Education endorsements
• In possession of a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record

Bonus Points

(Not required, but great to have!)

• Experience in therapeutic, PMIC, or residential education settings
• CPI certification
• Strong technology and data-tracking skills

What You’ll Get

• Medical, dental and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) matching up to 5% and fully vested right away
• Referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Birthing leave (up to 6 weeks) & non-birthing leave (up to 2 weeks) at full pay
• The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, mission-driven culture

Be a positive influence on young lives and apply today!

Child Saving Institute (CSI) is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals and takes steps to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.