Early Childhood Special Ed Teacher — IEPs & Student Growth

Eckce; Eudora (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The East Central Cooperative seeks an Early Childhood resource special education teacher in Eudora for the 2026-27 school year. You will assess students, develop IEPs, and implement tailored instruction for diverse learners.

Responsibilities include planning, explaining progress to families and staff, mentoring para-professionals, and supporting student transitions across grades and after graduation.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Special Education.
• Strong communication, language, math, and reasoning abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, counselors, administrators, and parents to develop IEPs.
• Patience and adaptability to teach students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess students’ skills to determine needs and develop IEPs.
• Plan, organize, and assign activities tailored to each student’s abilities.
• Teach students in small groups and one-on-one.
• Implement IEPs, assess progress, and track progress.
• Discuss students’ progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Supervise and mentor para-professionals who work with students with disabilities.
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
• Adapt general education lessons for reading, writing, and math for students with mild to moderate disabilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Language skills

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Resourcefulness

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Job description

The East Central Cooperative seeks an Early Childhood resource special education teacher in Eudora for the 2026-27 school year. You will assess students, develop IEPs, and implement tailored instruction for diverse learners.

Responsibilities include planning, explaining progress to families and staff, mentoring para-professionals, and supporting student transitions across grades and after graduation.