Special Education Teacher - Olpe, Kansas

Special Education Teacher | Olpe, KansasLocation Olpe, KS Discipline Special Education Teacher Date Posted October 01, 2026Job DescriptionMake an immediate impact in a supportive educational environment by guiding early childhood and elementary students with intensive special needs. This contract opportunity offers a full-time, onsite position focusing on an autistic classroom, where your expertise as a Special Education Teacher will play a pivotal role in student growth and success. The assignment begins as soon as possible and runs through May 25, 2027 providing both stability and the chance to truly connect with your students.Qualifications and Experience:Valid Kansas Special Education (SPED) License requiredExperience working with early childhood and elementary school students, especially those with intensive needsProven ability to create inclusive and differentiated lesson plansStrong classroom management skills; ability to maintain an engaging, supportive learning environmentFamiliarity with individualized education programs (IEPs), assessments, and progress monitoringExcellent communication skills for collaborating with families, staff, and support teamsPrior experience in an autistic classroom setting is highly valuedRole Responsibilities:Provide specialized instruction to a caseload of early childhood and elementary students with intensive needsDevelop, implement, and monitor IEPs in partnership with a multidisciplinary teamAdapt curriculum and lesson materials to diverse learning styles and requirementsFoster a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environmentEngage in ongoing assessment and data collection to measure student progressCollaborate with parents, therapists, and school personnel to support each student’s holistic developmentMaintain accurate documentation in compliance with district and state requirementsThis role offers the chance to make a lasting difference while gaining valuable experience with a dedicated team. If you’re ready to use your clinical and instructional skills to help students thrive, we welcome your application. Apply today to take the next step in your special education career!Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. No question on the website is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant's consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.