Visually Impaired SPED Teacher & Case Manager

North Kansas City Schools; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

North Kansas City Schools invites applications for a 2027-28 Special Education Teacher - Visually Impaired. This pool hire supports district-wide Special Education services for students with visual impairments in Kansas City, Missouri.

The role requires Missouri certification in relevant disability areas and a blind/partially sighted certificate. The teacher will manage IEPs, deliver instruction, collaborate with staff, maintain records, and engage families while using technology to support

Qualifications

• Missouri certification in one or a combination of the following areas: Mild-moderate disabilities (includes LD, BD/ED, MR, and OHI certifications), hearing impaired, visually impaired, or severe developmental disabilities.
• Blind and partially sighted certificate.
• Alternative to the above qualifications may be acceptable as determined by the Board.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a case manager in developing and implementing IEPs for students with disabilities.
• Provides specialized instruction to students with disabilities in regular and special education settings.
• Communicates with regular education teachers and principals regarding educational needs and programs.
• Collaborates with the school team to implement effective specialized teaching strategies for students with disabilities.
• Maintains records regarding student progress toward IEP goals and accommodations, parent contacts, and documentation as required by DESE and school leadership.
• Participates in student eligibility evaluations and re-evaluations.
• Assists in developing an annual budget request for instructional materials to support IEPs.
• Initiates regular communication with parents of students with disabilities.
• Uses technology effectively to implement instruction and manage documentation requirements.
• Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills.
• Complies with safety practices and district policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

IEP development

Specialized instruction

Communication with teachers

Collaboration

Technology integration

Documentation skills

Safety awareness

Education

Missouri teaching certification (special education)

Blind and partially sighted certificate

Job description

North Kansas City Schools invites applications for a 2027-28 Special Education Teacher - Visually Impaired. This pool hire supports district-wide Special Education services for students with visual impairments in Kansas City, Missouri.

The role requires Missouri certification in relevant disability areas and a blind/partially sighted certificate. The teacher will manage IEPs, deliver instruction, collaborate with staff, maintain records, and engage families while using technology to support