Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Des Moines Public Schools is Iowa's largest provider of preK-12 education, serving 31,000 students. We have four early learning centers focused on preschool students and several preschools within K-5 schools.

DMPS offers employees room for growth and advancement with choice professional development opportunities, and programs that can earn teachers a master's degree or endorsements in key areas at no cost to them. The district offers a competitive salary and one of the best benefits packages in central Iowa.

Studies show students who participate in preschool do better in reading and math assessments than students who do not all the way through 5th grade. We want you to help start their journey to success!

DMPS is looking for an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher.

Job Summary:
The Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) teacher is responsible for designing individual, small group and large group instruction to children eligible for special education services. View a full job description here: DES MOINES PUBLIC SCHOOLS (applitrack.com)

Successful candidates for this position will possess:
Valid Iowa teaching license with endorsements in PK-3 Teacher, Regular Education/Special Education, or PK-K Early Child Special Education.

Highly Qualified Candidates for the position will possess:
Minimum of two years teaching experience in a preschool setting.

Candidates offered employment will be compensated based on skills, work experience and education. Follow this link for a salary schedule: Microsoft Word - Teacher-Salary-Schedule-2022-23.docx (applitrack.com)

Des Moines Public Schools offers a generous benefits package including:

• Family Health Insurance at no cost to the employee during the first year of employment.  There is an opportunity to have the $600 yearly premium waived for successive years with participation in the district wellness program.
• Family Dental Insurance with a minimal monthly cost (Single dental insurance coverage at no cost)
• Family Vision Insurance
• Enrollment in IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System)--a defined benefit plan
• A free DART bus pass

Des Moines Public Schools serves a community rich in diversity – in every measure of the term – and strives each and every day to support our students and staff so that they thrive, learn and belong.

Click here to learn more and apply: Online Employment Application | Open Positions (applitrack.com)