EduSolutionsKC, LLC Special Education Teacher Kansas City, MO · Full time

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EduSolutionsKC is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our team as a full time employee and/or independent contractor. This role involves providing additional school based duties as required for instructional planning, case management for IEP and Evaluations, professional development, parent-teacher conferences and communication, staff meetings and school events.

About EduSolutionsKC, LLC

EduSolutionsKC is a dedicated provider of educational and therapeutic services designed to support children, families, and schools in the Greater Kansas City area and surrounding communities. Our mission is to educate, empower, and partner with families to help children reach their full potential at home, in school, and beyond.

We offer a wide range of services, including ABA therapy, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, psycho-educational assessments, executive functioning coaching, and special education advocacy. Our team of highly qualified professionals is passionate about culturally responsive, evidence-based solutions that help children thrive academically, socially, and behaviorally.

At EduSolutionsKC, we value collaboration, flexibility, and inclusivity, creating opportunities for professionals to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintains regular communication with the Building Administrator(s) and Process Coordinator
• Adheres to district procedures for implementing state and federal procedural and compliance requirements related to special education
• Attends and participates in special education team meetings
• Collaborates with related service providers regarding student progress and to ensure that services are provided in accordance with IEPs
• Collaborates with general education teachers regarding instructional issues and student progress, and to ensure that classroom accommodations and modifications are being provided in accordance with IEPs
• Communicates regularly with students and parents regarding instructional programs and student progress
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in communication, social interaction, independent functioning and academic achievement through a designed course of study
• Develops drafts documents, as necessary for meetings
• Schedules and facilitates IEP meetings, Review of Existing Data meetings, and Eligibility Determination meetings, as assigned, in accordance with district procedures
• Collects, maintains, and interprets student progress data to make program-planning recommendations leading to attainment of goals and improved student achievement
• Administers developmental testing, district assessments and/or state assessments to assess student competency levels and identify learning objectives
• Maintains appropriate special education documentation for the purpose of providing up to date information and records in accordance with established guidelines and legal requirements
• Meets IEP and reevaluation timeline requirements for assigned students
• Participates in the initial special education referral, evaluation, and reevaluation processes, as assigned
• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), develops and implements Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), as needed
• Advocates for special education students and parents to ensure Procedural Safeguard rights
• Performs any and all duties as requested by the Board of Education, Superintendent, Administrators, or Special Education Administrative Team Members

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain a calm and patient demeanor with all students.
• Thorough understanding of various special education needs and services.
• Thorough understanding of and the ability to implement a variety of effective teaching methods.
• Thorough understanding of policies, laws, and guidelines related to special education including IDEA, IEPs, and 504.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education from an accredited program.
• Current Missouri and/or Kansas licensure as a Special Education Teacher.
• Experience working with pediatric populations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to learn and use web based technology for communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual or multilingual abilities.
• Knowledge of augmentative alternative communication devices is preferred.
• Previous experience in school, healthcare or clinic setting.

Other Skills and Experience

• A degree in Special Education.
• Experience working with pediatric to age 21 populations is preferred.
• Familiarity with early intervention strategies and school-based therapy services is a plus.
• Strong assessment skills to evaluate needs effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

If you are a passionate Special Education Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you!