Life Skills & Transitions Specialist

Sylvania; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Independence, Kansas, is seeking a Special Education Life Skills Teacher. The role involves providing a supportive classroom environment for students with disabilities, ensuring they receive tailored instruction and necessary support to thrive. Responsibilities include communication with parents, annual case reviews, and collaboration with related services. Ideal candidates must fulfill state certification standards. The position offers opportunities to positively impact students' lives and work within a dedicated educational team.

Qualifications

• As set by state certification standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual case reviews for each student.
• Report progress on goals every 9 weeks.
• Maintain communication with parents.
• Participate in school and district professional development.
• Make program recommendations based on individual student educational needs.
• Work with students according to specific Individual Education Plan services.
• Provide one on one and group instruction to students in the special education life skills classroom setting and general education classroom.
• Work with students on community based outings and transition to adult skills.
• Provide clear and consistent behavior strategies.
• Collaborate with related services staff to ensure multiple needs are met.

Job description

A local education authority in Independence, Kansas, is seeking a Special Education Life Skills Teacher. The role involves providing a supportive classroom environment for students with disabilities, ensuring they receive tailored instruction and necessary support to thrive. Responsibilities include communication with parents, annual case reviews, and collaboration with related services. Ideal candidates must fulfill state certification standards. The position offers opportunities to positively impact students' lives and work within a dedicated educational team.