Critical Case Manager

Auburn-Washburn USD #437; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

District benefits

Job summary

Auburn-Washburn USD 437 is seeking a supportive role to assist the special education teacher for students needing higher levels of support. You will help implement a structured program with specialized instruction, behavioral interventions, data collection, and procedural fidelity.

The position offers an hourly wage of $25.64–$31.89, with 8 hours per day across 9 months per year. District benefits are available to eligible employees, and the district emphasizes de-escalation, trauma-informed

Qualifications

• Experience or training in de-escalation and trauma-informed approaches is preferred.
• Ability to implement structured instructional programs and behavioral interventions.
• Ability to collect and maintain accurate data on student progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher with students requiring higher levels of support.
• Implement a highly structured program with specialized instruction and behavioral interventions.
• Collect data and ensure fidelity to prescribed procedures; use de-escalation techniques as trained.

Skills

De-escalation

Behavior modification

Trauma-informed care

Clear communication

Data collection

Procedural fidelity

Job description

At Auburn-Washburn, we have a positive and professional culture. We are often described by our employees as a family. We are collaborative and work together to inspire, prepare, and challenge every child, every day. We are student-centered and make decisions for what is best for students. We have high expectations for our staff, students, and community. And we love to celebrate success. We are proud of who we are and what we do!

Job Description

To assist the special education teacher in working with an individual student(s) that present a level of needed support that exceeds typical programming, to help achieve the skill levels commensurate with their capabilities. Implements a highly structured program that incorporates specialized instruction, behavioral interventions, clear communication, data collection, and procedural fidelity with student(s). Consistently implements trained skills specific to de-escalation, behavior modification, trauma informed care, and programming specific to defined targeted social/emotional and academic skill deficits.

Link to Full Job Description

Salary: $25.64-$31.89/hour (wage determined by years of relevant experience)

Terms of Employment: 8 hours/day, 9 months/year

District Benefits

*available to employees hired to work 5.75+ hours/day, 5 days/week

Additional Information

Auburn-Washburn USD 437 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Auburn-Washburn USD 437 complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Auburn-Washburn USD 437 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Auburn-Washburn USD 437’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.