Job Description
Position Description: Unity Christian High School is seeking applications for a full time Director of Academic Support/Special Education for the 25-26 school year. To learn more about the position, please contact Mr. Jon Holwerda at 712-737-4114 or at jholwerda@unitychristian.net. Applications can be found on our website: https://www.unitychristian.net/employment
Job Requirements
- To challenge all students to fulfill the mission and vision of Unity Christian High School to serve God and neighbor in all aspects of life.
- To model and share Jesus Christ as being Lord of All.
- To demonstrate outstanding content knowledge in their field of IEPs and 504s.
- To use teaching strategies that are academically engaging and biblically distinct.
- To partner with parents, teachers, and local school districts to build up and train young people.
- To exhibit the characteristics of an effective Christian teacher.
- To provide leadership in discipling students to be transformed by the application of the Knight’s Armor in all aspects of school life.
- To write, manage, and carry out IEPs and 504 plans.
- To lead the Academic Support room, staff of 7, and support teachers and paras in their roles within the school.
Education Requirements
- Excellent interpersonal skills notably in team building and conflict resolution.
- Strong ability to integrate a biblical worldview into all duties.
- Strong technology and communication skills. We are a 1:1 school with Macbooks.
- Ability to write, manage, and carry out IEPs and 504 plans.
- Bachelor's degree or advanced degree from an accredited college or university in the field of Special Education.
- Preferred experience in the special education setting.
- Valid Iowa teaching certificate in 9-12 or K-12.
Related Benefits
- Health insurance for single and family plans.
- 401K Program with a Board match up to 5%.
- Continuing Education costs are 100% covered.
- Pursuit of a Masters Degree is encouraged with financial help from the school.