Elementary SPED Teacher (K-6) - Team-Based Mentorship

Fort Osage; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid health insurance

Extra duty stipends

Teacher mentor program

Job summary

Fort Osage School District is hiring for the 2026-2027 school year. The position offers a starting salary of $45,200 with a focus on Mild/Moderate Special Education at elementary and upper elementary buildings.

The district provides a competitive salary schedule, optional fully paid health insurance, and opportunities for extra duty stipends. Responsibilities include delivering instruction, assessing student progress, collaborating with staff, developing behavior plans, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Missouri Certification in Mild/Moderate Special Education is required.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom work to provide instructional strategies addressing individualized learning plans.
• Administers assessments to measure student competency levels.
• Collaborates with teachers and staff to implement curriculum and student plans.
• Develops and implements behavior plans to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, and substitutes to support classroom programs.
• Maintains open communication with parents/guardians about student progress.

Education

Missouri Certification in Mild/Moderate Special Education

Job description

Fort Osage School District is hiring for the 2026-2027 school year. The position offers a starting salary of $45,200 with a focus on Mild/Moderate Special Education at elementary and upper elementary buildings.

The district provides a competitive salary schedule, optional fully paid health insurance, and opportunities for extra duty stipends. Responsibilities include delivering instruction, assessing student progress, collaborating with staff, developing behavior plans, and maintaining