Empowering Special Education Teacher: Intensive Support

Park Hill School District; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Kansas City is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This role focuses on providing intensive support to students by implementing effective instructional strategies and monitoring their progress. The ideal candidate will hold the required state certification and contribute to the development of a conducive learning environment. New teachers will work 190 days, with full benefits as per district agreements.

Qualifications

• Must hold proper certification according to the state of Missouri.
• Ability to implement effective instructional strategies.
• Experience in diagnosing and evaluating student progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in learning appropriate subject matter.
• Participate in curriculum review and design.
• Monitor and assess student progress regularly.

Skills

Instructional strategies

Student evaluation

Classroom management

Education

Proper certification according to the state of Missouri

Job description

Special Education Teacher (Intensive Support) for the2026-27 school year at Russell Jones Education Center

POSITION TITLE: Teacher

F.L.S.A. Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold proper certification according to the
state of Missouri.

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: New teachers 190 days; returning teachers 186 days with benefits provided according to the Park Hill School District and Park Hill National Education Association Agreement.

JOB GOAL: To assist students in learning the appropriate subject
matter, skills and/or attitudes that will contribute to their development as responsible citizens.

KEY FUNCTIONS:

1. Participates in curriculum review and design.
2. Employs a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
3. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
4. Monitors student progress and adjusts instruction accordingly.
5. Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
6. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
7. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
8. Refers student for alternative services as provided by the Park Hill School District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Abides by Missouri statutes, school board policies and regulations.
2. Attends meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
3. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
4. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation

Revised 2/2/11