Special Education Teacher | Olpe, Kansas

Job Description

Job Description

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of students by supporting early childhood and elementary learners in an intensive skills classroom focusing on autism. This contract opportunity is based onsite and offers a full-time schedule through late May 2025. The position is tailored for dedicated professionals who are experienced in special education and ready to bring their skills to a dynamic school environment.

Qualifications:

• Valid Kansas Special Education License required
• Experience working in early childhood or elementary special education settings
• Expertise supporting students with autism and significant needs preferred
• Strong collaboration skills for partnering with support staff, therapists, and families
• Commitment to individualized instruction and diverse learning needs
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct instruction, behavioral support, and individualized programming to students in an intensive needs classroom
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs to ensure specialized instruction and progress toward goals
• Collaborate closely with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and families
• Collect and maintain data on student progress, behaviors, and curriculum adaptations
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and school activities as required
• Foster a supportive, safe, and inclusive learning environment for all students

Inspire growth and encourage students to reach their fullest potential by applying your expertise in special education where it is most needed. Help shape a nurturing, goal-oriented classroom that empowers every learner with intensive needs.

If you are ready to embark on this rewarding contract role supporting young learners, submit your resume and reference materials today. This is a wonderful chance to make a true difference—apply now to start your next chapter in special education!

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