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Special Education Teacher

Care Options for Kids

Leavenworth, KS
3 days ago

Job Description

Special Education Teacher at Care Options for Kids summary:

A Special Education Teacher supports students with diverse learning needs, including those with mild to severe disabilities, by adapting lessons and teaching core academic and foundational skills. They foster an inclusive learning environment that empowers student success. This role requires a special education certificate, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently and under pressure.

Special Education Teacher

Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs, including learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities. As a Special Education Teacher, you will adapt general education lessons to meet the needs of students with mild to moderate disabilities while also teaching core academic subjects and foundational skills to students with severe disabilities. You will foster an inclusive learning environment that empowers all students to succeed.

Special Education Teacher Certificate Needed

Benefits/Compensation:

  • $40/hour-$45/hour
  • Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
  • Life, LTD & STD
  • Supplemental Insurances
  • 401k (once eligible)
  • PTO
  • CEUs
  • Referral program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Discipline-specific mentor
  • Online community of clinicians

Experience/Requirements:

  • Experience as a Special Education Teacher
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
  • Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
  • Responsive to requests.
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.

Education/License/Certification:

  • Bachelor of Science from an accredited college/university; Degree in Exceptional Student Education/Special Education preferred


Accepting Applications Through 10/31/2025

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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Keywords:

special education, inclusive learning, student support, disabilities, adaptive teaching, academic instruction, emotional and physical disabilities, special education certificate, professional development, communication skills