Special Education Teacher - SLC - Washington

Young World Physical Education; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Special Education Teacher in Kansas City, Kansas. This role involves advocating for students with special needs, developing I.E.P.s, and maintaining communication with families and the community. Candidates must hold or be eligible for Kansas certification. Ideal applicants demonstrate initiative, creativity, and excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a diverse urban school district committed to student success.

Qualifications

• Meet the employment qualifications set forth by the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education and the Kansas State Department of Education.
• Hold or be eligible for Kansas certification appropriate for the position.
• Must show initiative, creativity, and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the rights of students with special needs.
• Plan instructional programs for the classroom, including individual plans for students.
• Establish I.E.P./annual review meetings, affording parents and student right to input.

Skills

Tolerant and understanding of students with special needs

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good judgment and adaptability

Ability to communicate orally and in writing

Education

Kansas certification appropriate for the position

Job description

Special Education Teacher - SLC - Washington

KCK Washington High School - Kansas City, Kansas

Job Details

Job ID: 5659451

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Apr 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Special Education Teacher

LOCATION: Washington

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22,000 students. 60+ different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest rated high school in the nation and #1 in Kansas according to US News rankings.

We operate 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, making us the fifth largest district in Kansas with approximately 56% Hispanic, 24% African American, 9% White, and 6% Asian student population. The district employs approximately 4,000 employees including more than 1,800 teachers.

Essential Functions

• To advocate for the rights of students with special needs.
• To develop and maintain a positive professional working relationship with student, parents, teachers, administrators and other service providers.
• To be responsible for planning instructional programs for the classroom, including individual plans as outlined on students’ Individual Education Programs.
• To serve as a liaison between the school and the community.
• Establish I.E.P./annual review meetings, affording parents and student right to input and notifying all service providers per local guidelines.
• To serve as an active member on the I.E.P. team for students served yet not on the caseload.
• Develop and maintain all I.E.P.’s in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines.
• Maintain close communication with mainstream teachers and other service providers, keeping them fully informed of student progress.
• To carry out other responsibilities as assigned by the building administrator or special education administrator.
• Perform additional duties which will provide a positive role model for the student to follow both in the classroom and outside of the classroom setting.
• Evaluate student performance by performing diagnostic testing necessary in preparing for annual reviews and eligibility staffings, as well as quarterly updates on the I.E.P.
• Monitor student progress in mainstreamed classes.
• Assist in establishing class schedules.
• Supervise, evaluate and help train paraprofessionals as assigned.
• Request equipment and supplies as necessary to meet objectives outlined on individual student’s I.E.P.s.
• Demonstrate curriculum knowledge and teaching strategies.
• Implement behavioral intervention plans, as necessary.
• To be responsible for other duties deemed necessary and appropriate as outlined in federal, state and local guidelines and students’ Individual Educational Program.
• Ability to work a full duty day in the location or locations assigned by the supervisor.
• Physical and emotional ability to perform required work and move about as needed in the fast‑paced, highly intensive school environment.
• Maintain a neat and appropriate appearance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Meet the employment qualifications set forth by the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education and the Kansas State Department of Education.
• Hold or be eligible for Kansas certification appropriate for the position.
• Must be tolerant and understanding of students with special needs.
• Show initiative, creativity, self‑motivation and good judgment.
• Demonstrate good judgment, adaptability and flexibility.
• Respect confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, professional judgment, oral and written communication.
• Be efficient and organized in “paper management.”

Communication

Maintains communication with teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action which will meet the educational needs of students.

Provides health services, information, and counseling in an effective and positive manner to enhance the health and wellness of the school community.

Completes accident/incident reports for students/staff.

Compiles data for statistical purposes.

Maintains confidentiality regarding educational records.

Organization

Maintains a daily log of school/staff visits and documentation.

Maintains the daily environment of the health office facility and supplies.

Utilizes existing technology effectively in performance of duties.

Performs other related work as required.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Language Skills

Ability to read and analyze and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, general curriculum and learning theories, correspondence, and protocols. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents, students, and the general public.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, push items of 50 pounds such as pushing a bike or wheelchair, or moving/rearranging furniture. The employee may occasionally visit a child’s home. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is an acceptable level for this environment. The employee is directly responsible for students’ safety, work output and well‑being.

Other Skills and Abilities

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication.

Terms of Employment

186 days.

Salary

Certified Salary Schedule.

FLSA Status

Exempt.

Report To

Principal.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy.

Application Process

Applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date for this position.

Compliance

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual holding this position performs additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KCKPS is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity or expression), age, disability, national origin, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.

For more information regarding Title IX please contact:

District Compliance Coordinator
2010 N. 59th Street
Kansas City, KS 66104
913‑279‑2262
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