Special Education Teacher | Manhattan, Kansas

Step into an influential role serving elementary school students as a Special Education Teacher/Case Manager. Engage with children in grades K–5, delivering targeted instruction and guidance to a caseload of 17–20 students with mild to moderate interrelated/resource needs. This contract opportunity invites you to make a positive impact through direct teaching, collaboration, and case management in an organized, supportive school setting near Manhattan, KS.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Valid Special Education teaching certification
• Previous experience working with elementary-age students, preferably in resource/interrelated settings
• Demonstrated skill in managing IEP caseloads and compliance requirements
• Ability to deliver individualized and differentiated instruction aligned to student needs and learning goals
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for partnering with families, teachers, and support staff
• Detail-oriented mindset for progress monitoring and data-driven instruction

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee IEPs for your assigned caseload, ensuring timely compliance with all requirements
• Provide direct special education and resource instruction within K–5 classrooms
• Collaborate closely with general education teachers, administrators, and related service providers to promote student success
• Maintain accurate data on student progress, document services, and complete all required reports
• Communicate proactively with parents/guardians around student goals, progress, and interventions
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and structured classroom environment

Benefits & Perks:

• Opportunity to foster meaningful academic and social growth for children with varying abilities
• Structured weekday schedule (approximately 7:45 AM – 3:25 PM, Monday–Friday)
• Professional growth through collaboration and impactful work with a diverse student population

Take the next step in your career as a dedicated advocate and educator. If you are an experienced special education professional passionate about empowering students and adept at both instruction and case management, apply today to make a lasting difference.