SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCE TEACHER WELLSVILLE ELEMENTARY - Long Term Sub

Eckce; Kansas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the upcoming school year. In this pivotal role, you will assess students' needs and craft Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to their unique abilities. Your responsibilities will include teaching in small groups and one-on-one, adapting lessons, and collaborating with parents and educators to ensure student success. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students with special needs, fostering an environment where they can thrive and grow. Join a supportive community dedicated to education and student achievement.

Benefits

Board contributes $480 to insurance monthly

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid teaching license, preferably in special education.
• Strong communication and critical-thinking skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess student skills and develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Teach students in small groups and one-on-one settings.
• Supervise para-professionals working with students with disabilities.

Skills

Good communication skills

Language skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Ability

Critical-thinking skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Resourcefulness

Education

Teaching License

Preferred Special Education License

E-Sub License

Job description

The East Central Cooperative has an opening at Wellsville Elementary for a resource special education teacher for the 2024-25 school year.

Position Title: Special Education Teacher

Special education teachers will assess students' skills to determine their needs and develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student. They will then plan, organize, and assign activities that are specific to each student's abilities.

Reports to: Building Principal

Qualifications Education/ Experience:

1. Good communication skills
2. Language skills
3. Mathematical Skills
4. Reasoning Ability

Certificate/License: Teaching License, Preferred Special Education, E-Sub License

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Communication skills - Discuss student needs and performances with general education teachers, parents, and administrators.
2. Critical-thinking skills - Assess students' progress and adapt lessons to help them learn.
3. Interpersonal skills - Build positive working relationships with general education teachers, school counselors, and parents.
4. Patience - Be patient with students who may need instruction at different paces.
5. Resourcefulness - Develop different ways to present information to meet students' needs.

General Responsibilities:

1. Teach students in small groups and one-on-one.
2. Implement IEPs, assess students' performance, and track their progress.
3. Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress and goals.
4. Discuss students' progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
5. Supervise and mentor para-professionals who work with students with disabilities.
6. Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
7. Adapt general education lessons and teach various subjects to students with mild and moderate disabilities.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
2. Ability to manually move, lift, pull or push heavy objects or materials.
3. Ability to stoop, bend and reach.
4. Ability to work in semi-noisy and crowded environments.
5. Attention to detail and coordination of various activities simultaneously.
6. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

Benefits Information:

Board contributes $480 to single payer or higher policy monthly.

Salary Information:

Competitive Salary found at ECKCE.com.

Employer Information:

East Central Kansas Cooperative in Education serves the Baldwin, Eudora and Wellsville School Districts. We are conveniently situated only minutes from Lawrence and less than 50 miles from the Kansas City area. We offer three great districts and communities in which to work.

Mission Statement: To facilitate the success of students with special needs through an individualized approach that establishes an environment where students can grow, learn and become contributing members of society.

Please browse our website at www.eckce.com to become familiar with us.