Haskins Learning Center - Day School Special Education Teacher: Secondary

Haskins Learning Center - Day School Special Education Teacher:
Secondary

• Position Type:
  Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 2/10/2025

Responsible for planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programs and instruction for special needs students in both self-contained and integrated settings in consultation with other school personnel.

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in the appropriate field
• Kansas teaching license
• Appropriate Special Education endorsements, licensure, or waiver eligibility
• Previous experience in diagnosing and assessing learning disorders preferred
• Previous experience in educating special needs students preferred
• Proven effective classroom and student behavior management skills
• Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies
• Knowledge and understanding of State, local and federal regulations and policies affecting special education
• Working knowledge of educational technology applications

• Identify the needs of assigned students through formal and informal assessments
• Review referral data, history and assessment data to develop appropriate goals and objectives for each student
• Confer with general education teachers regarding the educational, social, emotional and physical needs and objectives of each student
• Plan, develop and implement individualized learning plans for each student
• Design appropriate teaching strategies
• Prepare instructional materials and lesson plans according to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
• Review IEPs with parents, school administrators and general education teachers
• Utilize appropriate methods of learning delivery and instruction to meet the needs of each student in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
• Monitor, evaluate and document each student's progress utilizing appropriate measurements and assessment devices
• Prepare timely progress reports for each student
• Develop and implement necessary interventions and strategies to promote achievement of student objectives
• Collaborate and consult with general school personnel regarding the implementation of the IEPs and special educational services
• Modify and adapt conventional educational programs and curriculum to meet the requirements of special needs students
• Maintain regular communication with parents by means of email, phone calls, conferences and progress reports
• Assist parents with understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavioral standards
• Ensure adherence to reasonable rules of classroom discipline and order to maintain a secure and effective learning environment
• Manage student behavior through monitoring, supervising and assessing behavioral patterns
• Utilize appropriate corrective methods to modify behavior
• Develop and implement Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) where necessary
• Instruct students on socially acceptable behaviors and personal development skills
• Prepare special needs students for inclusion and transition to mainstream
• Maintain accurate and complete records in compliance with school district regulations and legal requirements
• Maintain a current knowledge of special education best practices and trends

• Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in an educational setting that is often fast-paced and high intensity
• Organizational and planning skills
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Judgment and decision-making
• Creative thinking
• Problem-solving
• Conflict management and resolution
• Appreciation of diversity

Under the terms of the Negotiated agreement, generally one-year and renewable.

As per the Negotiated Agreement, a day school teaching position does include a retention payment. It states the following information: “Fully licensed teachers assigned to the Emotionally Disturbed classroom at Haskins Learning Center or a specified Positive Behavior Support classroom (PBS) will receive $1500 the first year, $2000 the second year, $3000 the third year, $4000 the fourth year, and $5000 after completion of the signed contract year on a yearly basis.

The additional duty assignment is capped at $5000.”

Performance effectiveness evaluated in accordance with Kansas Statutes, Board of Education Policy and terms, if applicable, of the negotiated agreement.

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 3:42:31 AM CST.