Special Education Teacher

Pediatric Developmental Services; Liberal (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance with company contribution

IRA with company matching

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services is hiring a Special Education Teacher in Liberal, Kansas. The role involves creating Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students and collaborating with staff and families to support each child’s educational progress.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have experience with K-12 children. Benefits include health insurance and a retirement plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field is essential.
• Experience working with K-12 children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student.
• Communicate with staff and family members about student progress.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans for administrator approval.
• Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled.
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to encourage students.
• Invite family members to engage in each student’s educational progress.
• Create and distribute quarterly progress reports.
• Confer with on-site therapist regarding behavioral issues.
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience working with K-12 children

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Job description

We are hiring a Special Education Teacher for Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS).

Benefits

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits.

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
• Experience working with K-12 children

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student in your care
• Communicate with 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

We look forward to reviewing your application.