2026-27 Special Education Teacher, (Autism) Bell Prairie Elementary

North Kansas City Schools; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One-time $5000 critical needs bonus

Public School Retirement System (PSRS)

Job summary

A local educational institution in Kansas City is seeking a Teacher for Special Education to provide specialized instruction and coordination for students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Missouri Teaching Certificate and be skilled in developing Individual Education Programs (IEPs). This role offers a one-time $5000 critical needs bonus after 90 days. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff, and must comply with district regulations.

Qualifications

• Certification in Mild-moderate disabilities or related areas.
• Ability to develop and implement Individual Education Programs (IEPs).
• Expertise in utilizing technology for instruction.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a case manager for IEPs.
• Provide specialized instruction in various settings.
• Collaborate with school teams and parents.
• Collaborates with the school team to implement effective teaching strategies for students with disabilities.
• Maintains records of student progress toward IEP goals and documentation as required by DESE and district leadership.
• Participates in student eligibility evaluations and re-evaluations.
• Participates in developing annual budgets for instructional materials to support IEPs.
• Initiates communication with parents of students with disabilities regularly.
• Uses technology to implement instruction and to manage documentation.
• Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills.
• Follows safety practices and district policies; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Missouri certification in special education

Communication skills

Case management

Effective teaching strategies

Education

Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate

Alternative qualifications acceptable per Board

Job description

TEACHER – SPECIAL EDUCATION

North Kansas City offers a one-time $5000 critical needs bonus after 90 days of completed employment for Special Education vacancies.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Missouri certification in one or a combination of the following areas: Mild-moderate disabilities (includes LD, BD/ED, MR and OHI certifications) hearing impaired, visually impaired or severe developmental disabilities.
2. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO

The Special Education Teacher functions under the direct supervision of the school site principal in collaboration with the Director of Pupil Services.

JOB GOAL

To provide specialized instruction and coordination of special education services for individual students with disabilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Serves as a case manager in the development and implementation of Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
2. Provides specialized instruction to students with disabilities both in the regular education classroom and in separate special education classes or settings.
3. Communicates with regular education teachers and principals regarding the educational needs and programs of students with disabilities.
4. Collaborates with the school team in implementing effective specialized teaching strategies for students with disabilities.
5. Maintains records regarding individual student progress toward IEP goals and objectives, services and accommodations provided, parent contacts, notices and other documentation as required by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) regulations, the Director of Pupil Services or the school principal.
6. Participates in student eligibility evaluations and re-evaluations.
7. Participates in the development of an annual budget request for instructional materials needed to implement and support IEPs for students with disabilities.
8. Initiates communication with parents of students with disabilities on a regular basis.
9. Uses technology effectively to implement instruction and to manage documentation requirements.
10. Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills.
11. Complies with good safety practices.
12. Complies with all district rules, regulations, and policies.
13. Other duties/responsibilities deemed necessary may be assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The individual who holds this position is regularly required to walk, hear and speak and must have close moderate and distance vision ability. This individual must be able to travel between district facilities. The position requires a moderate amount of travel and physical activity.

CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is consistent with typical office/school environment.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work calendar to be established by the Board Of Education. Benefits according to Board policies.

FLSA

Exempt

RETIREMENT

Public School Retirement System (PSRS)

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate

CLEARANCES

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluations utilizing the Performance Based Teacher Evaluation process.