Special Education Teacher: Moderate/Severe Autism Support

Maize USD 266; Maize (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Maize USD 266 is seeking a Teacher - Moderate/Severe to support special education students in a pull-out or self-contained classroom. You will assess progress, develop individual learning plans, and collaborate with families and staff to improve outcomes.

The role involves differentiating instruction, maintaining records, and ensuring student safety in various educational settings. Strong communication and adaptability are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and ability to apply assessment instruments.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and software applications.
• Ability to perform algebra and/or geometry.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read technical information, compose documents, and facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Knowledge of appropriate codes, policies, regulations and laws.
• Knowledge of age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; methods of instruction and training; basic disabilities; and behavioral management strategies.
• Ability to gather, collate, and/or classify data.
• Ability to communicate with tact and patience.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals.
• Ability to solve problems and analyze issues and create action plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships.
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and to remain flexible and

Responsibilities

• Administers evaluative tools to assess student competency levels and develop individual learning plans.
• Assesses student progress towards objectives and goals; provides feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Collaborates with parents, instructional staff, and other school personnel to improve student outcomes.
• Differentiates instruction to address individualized learning within curriculum guidelines.
• Informs parents and guardians of student progress and achievement.
• Instructs students to improve success in academics, interpersonal, and daily living skills.
• Maintains documents and records in accordance with guidelines and legal requirements.
• Monitors student behavior to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Participates in IEP meetings, staff meetings, and parent conferences.
• Prepares written materials (grades, attendance, IEPs, progress reports) to document student progress.
• Reports incidents and maintains student safety as required by policy.
• Responds to inquiries to resolve issues and provide information.
• Supervises paraeducators to ensure standards are achieved.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Assessment instruments

Office software

Instructional differentiation

Record keeping

Communication with families

Student behavior management

Collaboration

Adaptability

Tools

Office software

Job description

Maize USD 266 is seeking a Teacher - Moderate/Severe to support special education students in a pull-out or self-contained classroom. You will assess progress, develop individual learning plans, and collaborate with families and staff to improve outcomes.

The role involves differentiating instruction, maintaining records, and ensuring student safety in various educational settings. Strong communication and adaptability are essential for success in this position.