Adaptive and Functional Special Education Teachers (SPED) High School 2025-2026

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS is looking for Adaptive and Functional Special Education Teachers for the 2025-2026 school year. As part of the Special Education team, you will deliver tailored instructional services to students with exceptional needs while collaborating with families and educational staff. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and valid Kansas licensure in Special Education, providing an opportunity to make a positive impact in the educational journey of diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Appropriate Kansas licensure in Special Education is required.
• Entry-level position in Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instructional services for students with exceptional needs.
• Assist in designing educational programs and implementing IEPs.
• Regularly assess student progress and maintain classroom order.

Skills

Instructional Techniques

Communication

Classroom Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in education (or related)

Job description

Adaptive and Functional Special Education Teachers (SPED) High School 2025-2026

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Reports To: Director of Special Education

Position Purpose

Provide direct instructional services for students with exceptional needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education (or related to the subject taught) with appropriate Kansas licensure in Special Education
• Multiple positions available

Physical/Emotional Requirements

The incumbent may be required to use skills such as speaking, hearing, visual, reading, writing, word processing, mobility, and stamina for working long hours in stress-producing environments.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assist the IEP team in designing educational programs for students with exceptional needs.
• Provide instruction and services according to the IEP, and communicate with parents and the IEP team about changes.
• Create a conducive classroom environment aligned with students' maturity and interests.
• Encourage positive classroom behavior and establish clear objectives for lessons and activities.
• Employ various instructional techniques and media suited to students' needs and physical limitations.
• Implement district educational philosophy and goals through instruction and actions.
• Regularly assess student progress, consulting district specialists as needed.
• Help enforce policies and rules governing students and classroom order.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes when needed.
• Maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Complete all special education paperwork, including IEPs and Medicaid billing.

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated according to district policies on certified personnel evaluation.

Additional Notes

The responsibilities are not limited to this description and may include other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Other Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Education Administration Programs