IEP-Driven Special Education Teacher

Pediatric Developmental Services; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to develop and implement IEPs for K-12 students in partnered schools in Lenexa, Kansas. This role offers a supportive, bright learning environment and a competitive benefits package.

You will collaborate with therapists, families, and school staff to monitor progress, share student progress and challenges, and deliver engaging, individualized instruction that helps students reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience working with K-12 children is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
• Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Experience working with K-12 children

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to develop and implement IEPs for K-12 students in partnered schools in Lenexa, Kansas. This role offers a supportive, bright learning environment and a competitive benefits package.

You will collaborate with therapists, families, and school staff to monitor progress, share student progress and challenges, and deliver engaging, individualized instruction that helps students reach their potential.