Highland Education Center - Secondary Special Education Teacher

SEK Interlocal #637 SPED; Columbus (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Columbus, KS is seeking a Special Education Certified Teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs. The role involves collaboration with parents, general and special education staff to create a supportive learning environment. Candidates must have a current state licensure and demonstrate effective communication skills. Responsibilities include monitoring student progress, behavior management, and attending to students' educational needs in a positive and structured manner.

Qualifications

• Must possess appropriate current state licensure or ability to obtain a waiver.
• Experience or understanding of essential functions of a special education teacher.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, paraeducators, and staff.
• Ability to collaborate with public/private agencies and educational providers.
• Strong time management and scheduling flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized education plans and services.
• Observe and report student behavior.
• Assist students with remedial work.
• Maintain a positive climate for learning.
• Motivate students through effective communication and feedback.
• Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal relationships with staff and students.
• Escort/transport students to and from various school facilities.
• Provide daily feeding/supervision and hygiene as needed.
• Grade papers and maintain records of attendance and progress.
• Prepare instructional materials and supplies for class use.
• Attend staffing and general staff meetings as requested.
• Assist in maintenance and inventory of materials.
• Work with students, teachers, parents, community agencies, and other groups.
• Report safety concerns to appropriate staff immediately.
• Adhere to district and Interlocal policies and health and safety protocols.

Skills

Collaboration

Time management

Communication

Behavior management

Knowledge of IEP writing

Time management

Education

Current state licensure

Job description

SEK Interlocal #637

Special Education Certified Teacher

Highland Education Center in Columbus, KS

Job Description

Purpose

The Special Education Teacher is an instructor of students with special needs and is responsible for the collaborative development of individualized education plans and services in the buildings assigned. To carry out these tasks, the Special Education Teacher must work closely with students, parents, general and special education staff, and general and special education administration. This position is at our Special Education Behavioral Day School in Columbus, KS.

Responsible To

Director, Assistant Directors, Special Education Coordinators, and building Principal

Payment

Based on educational level, certification(s), and years of experience.

Qualifications

• Appropriate current state licensure or ability to obtain a waiver.
• Support an optimal learning environment in all educational settings.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism in the workplace.
• Experience or understanding of essential functions of a special education teacher. Including knowledge of best practice in teaching, IEP writing, and familiarity of procedural due process.
• Knowledge of building level special education programs and activities conform to federal, state, and Interlocal guidelines.
• Able to demonstrate the capacity to communicate effectively with students, parents, paraeducators, related service providers, general education providers, and the district and special education administrative staff.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with public and private agencies, community organizations, and general education providers.
• Ability to exhibit good time management and flexibility in scheduling.
• Support the mission and the goals of SEK Interlocal #637.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.
• Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.
• Some travel required, as needed.
• Must work indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Must work in noisy and crowded environments.

General Responsibilities

• Observe, record, and report student behavior.
• Assist students with remedial work.
• Monitor student progress.
• Use appropriate behavior management techniques to maintain a positive climate for learning.
• Motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.
• Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
• Escort/transport students to and from various school facilities and areas. (general education classroom, PE, lunchroom)
• Provide daily feeding and/or mealtime supervision, toileting and hygiene care as needed.
• Grade papers and record keeping.
• Take attendance and record absences.
• Prepare instructional materials and supplies for use.
• Attend staffing and general staff meetings as requested.
• Assist in the maintenance and inventory of materials.
• Work effectively with students, other teachers, parents, community agencies, and other groups.
• Assist in safeguarding confidential information. Observe confidentiality requirements.
• Immediately report accidents, assaults, destruction of property, and abusive behavior to appropriate staff/administration.
• Adhere to required program.
• See that district and Interlocal policies are observed during all activities.
• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
• Adhere to all district and Interlocal health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Respond in a positive manner to changes in assigned duties.