Special Education Teacher - Olathe, KS

Special Education teaching opportunities are available for dedicated professionals to support diverse learners in K-12 settings within the Kansas City, KS area. Positions include resource and self-contained classrooms, serving students with a range of needs across multiple schools.

Key Details:

• Location: Kansas City, KS area schools
• Assignment Type: Contract for the current school year (CSY)
• Start Date: ASAP through May 22, 2026
• Multiple openings totaling 14 positions

Available roles include:

• Life Skills Teachers (Caruthers Elementary – 2 positions; Frances Willard – 1 position; Silver City – 1 position)
• Autism Teacher (Douglas Elementary – 1 position)
• Medically Fragile Teachers (Frances Willard – 1 position; Silver City – 1 position)
• SLC Teachers (Lowell Brune, New Chelsea, Stony Point South, Welborn Elementary, Argentine, Central, Eisenhower – 1 position each)
• Behavioral Support Classroom Teacher (Arrowhead – 1 position)

Caseload sizes range from 8 to 18 students, allowing for focused, individualized instruction.

Qualifications:

• Active Kansas teaching license in Special Education required; candidates must provide a copy of the license upon presentation
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including life skills, autism, medically fragile, and behavioral challenges
• Ability to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong classroom management and communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialized instruction tailored to individual student goals
• Monitor and document student progress regularly
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to creating inclusive educational environments
• Maintain compliance with state and district guidelines

This is a valuable opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ educational journeys within a supportive school setting. Candidates with passion and relevant experience are encouraged to pursue these openings.

To apply, please submit your resume confidentially through the appropriate channels.

Explore these rewarding Special Education roles and contribute your expertise to a dynamic K-12 school community.