Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher (Click for complete job description)
Full-time or part-time positions available

Position Overview
The early childhood special education teacher will be responsible for providing developmentally appropriate instruction to children with disabilities who are not yet school age. These teachers often work in traditional preschool settings, community-based early childhood programs, or private family homes.

Position Duties
● Observe student learning and behavior; share feedback with teachers and related service providers
● Demonstrates a broad understanding of educational needs of preschool-aged children
● Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with other adults
● Participate in the screening, evaluation, and identification practices of students with disabilities
● Participate in special education planning, preparation, and service review meetings
● Serve on school general education intervention (GEI) teams and other school-based committee
● Develop, implement, and measure appropriate goals and objectives for students with disabilities
● Provide services for students in accordance with the student’s individualized education program (IEP)
● Develop and implement appropriate lesson plans and activities for students with disabilities
● Coordinate special education and related services with other members of the IEP team
● Complete and submit all special education documentation in a timely manner
● Adhere to both SKACD and local district procedures
● Establish professional rapport; communicate effectively to teachers, staff, parents, and administrators
● Demonstrate reflective teaching practices; explore and advocate for improved service delivery
● Supervise and evaluate para educators; provide training as needed
● Collect and document appropriate data to measure student progress
● Coordinate services and/or activities with area infant/toddler agencies
● Determine the best service delivery model considering Least Restrictive Environment
● Coordinate home based activities with parents
● Participate in required inservice training and professional development activities
● Complete other duties as assigned by SKACD administration
 

Position Work Location, Hours, Supervision, Salary and Benefits
● This is a full-time, certified, 9-month employment position (w/ opportunity for additional work)
● Working hours will be determined by school administration; typical school hours are expected
● Reports to the administration of BBECC and the SKACD 613 administration
● An overview of salary and benefits information is available at www.skacd.com/benefits
Position Requirements
● Education:
○ Minimum: 60 college credits and/or associate's degree in any fie
○ Preferred: Bachelor's degree or higher in early childhood education or related fie
● Licensure:
○ Minimum: Eligibility for a Kansas teaching license
○ Preferred: Existing Kansas teaching license
● Employment experience:
○ Minimum: No experience required
○ Preferred: Previous experience in early childhood education or related fie
● Other:
○ Prefer candidates with bilingual language ability (English and Spanish) although not required
○ Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation
○ Ability to lift 30 lbs