Special Education Teacher 26-27

Anova Education; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

403B plan with employer match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

A charter school in Kansas City seeks a Special Education Teacher to support diverse learners across grades. The role involves providing tailored instruction, managing IEPs, and collaborating with teachers to enhance educational practices. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree and ideally have a Master's degree, along with at least 2 years of special education teaching experience. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for dedicated educators.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing IEP processes and compliance.
• Ability to deliver support tailored to varied learning profiles.
• Proficiency in collaborating with teachers for interventions.
• Eligible to meet state/federal licensure requirements.
• Ability to work on-site; may be reassigned if needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support and instruction in general education classrooms.
• Collaborate on designing interventions and learning activities.
• Manage IEP documentation and compliance.
• Partner with the Director of Special Education to write and implement standards-aligned IEPs; manage IEP/504 documentation and compliance; coordinate annual reviews; liaise with external providers.
• Lead/assist professional development for content and grade-level teams; advise on assessment accommodations and modifications.
• Maximize instructional time with urgency; deliver rigorous, culturally responsive content that builds critical thinking.

Skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Data tracking

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Special Education Teacher — Ewing Marion Kauffman School (Kansas City, MO)

The Ewing Marion Kauffman School is a free, public charter school serving 5th–12th graders with a mission to create college graduates. We seek a Special Education Teacher who is results-driven and culturally responsive to support diverse learners across grades and content areas.

Role Summary

The Special Education Teacher provides push-in and pull-out support, differentiates instruction, delivers small-group and 1:1 interventions, and ensures services align to IEP goals and compliance standards. Full-time, exempt.

What You’ll Do

• Provide small-group and 1:1 instruction within general education classrooms; tailor supports to varied learning profiles.
• Collaborate with teachers to design whole-group practices, targeted interventions, and individualized learning activities.
• Track student data and adjust interventions to drive mastery and growth.
• Partner with the Director of Special Education to write and implement standards-aligned IEPs; manage IEP/504 documentation and compliance; coordinate annual reviews; liaise with external providers.
• Lead/assist professional development for content and grade-level teams; advise on assessment accommodations and modifications.
• Maximize instructional time with urgency; deliver rigorous, culturally responsive content that builds critical thinking.

School Culture

• Build strong, authentic relationships; uphold high expectations with clear, direct communication.
• Model and reinforce PREP values (Perseverance, Results, Empathy, Passion).
• Own outcomes for academic standards and IEP goals; embrace feedback and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate maturity, humility, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.

Special Education Teacher — Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 2+ years special education teaching experience with evidence of student achievement.
• Knowledge of IEP processes, compliance, and reporting.
• Eligible to meet all state/federal licensure requirements.
• Detail-oriented, responsive to feedback, strategic, and adaptable; calm under competing priorities.
• Ability to work on-site or as assigned; accepts reassignment if needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 403B plan as well as employer match available up to 4%
• Part of the KCPSRS retirement system
• Paid time off and school holidays
• Paid parental leave available
• Professional development and growth opportunities

How to Apply

Apply to this Special Education Teacher role via the Kauffman School Careers page: http://www.kauffmanschool.org/. For questions, contact Isha Isme, Talent Recruiter, at 816-534-7313 or [e-mail]. Ewing Marion Kauffman School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.