Impactful Special Education Teacher – Life Skills

Washington High School; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington High School in Kansas City, Kansas, is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Life Skills/SAILS. The role involves coordinating IEPs, advocating for students with special needs, and collaborating with teachers, families, and service providers.

The successful candidate will plan instructional programs, participate in annual reviews, and maintain communication with mainstream teachers. This full-time position requires Kansas certification and a commitment to student-centered education

Qualifications

• Meet the employment qualifications set forth by the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education and the Kansas State Department of Education.
• Hold or be eligible for Kansas certification appropriate for the position.
• Must be tolerant and understanding of students with special needs.
• Demonstrate good judgment, adaptability and flexibility.
• Respect confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, professional judgment, oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the rights of students with special needs.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with students, parents, teachers, and other providers.
• Plan instructional programs including IEPs.
• Serve as liaison between school and community.
• Establish IEP/annual review meetings with input from parents and students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Judgment

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Kansas teaching certification

Job description

Washington High School in Kansas City, Kansas, is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Life Skills/SAILS. The role involves coordinating IEPs, advocating for students with special needs, and collaborating with teachers, families, and service providers.

The successful candidate will plan instructional programs, participate in annual reviews, and maintain communication with mainstream teachers. This full-time position requires Kansas certification and a commitment to student-centered education