Interrelated -Incidence Special Education Teacher Job Derby area,Kansas USA,Education / Teaching

Position: INTERRELATED HIGH-INCIDENCE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Interrelated High-Incidence Special Education Teacher

Location:

Swaney Elementary School Date Posted: 6/18/2026

Date Available:

Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Overview

Swaney Elementary School is seeking an Interrelated High-Incidence Special Education teacher for the school year. The role involves creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students with high incidence special education needs. The teacher will work closely with other staff and administration to respond to individual student needs and abilities.

Salary and Contract

Annual contract salary range: $50,003 - $85,354, based on experience and education. The regular teacher contract is currently 184.5 days.

Benefits

Employee benefits include uncategorized PTO, paid parental leave, and acceptance of PDC for salary placement. For more information, see the 2026 Benefit Guide.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Current Kansas State Teaching License on file with the Central Office.

Desire to continue career improvement.

Essential Functions Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

Use planning and preparation time effectively.
Promote a positive classroom environment.
Provide quality instruction.
Demonstrate appropriate professional responsibilities.
React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
Support the value of an education.
Support the philosophy and mission of Derby Public Schools.
Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements / Environmental Conditions

Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
Occasionally requires the ability to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.
Occasionally requires the ability to stoop, bend and reach.
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors year-round.
Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.
Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

General Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy.

Demonstrate knowledge of students.

Select instructional goals.

Demonstrate knowledge of resources.

Design coherent instruction.

Assess student learning.

Create an environment of respect and rapport.

Establish a culture for learning.

Manage classroom procedures.

Manage student behavior.

Organize physical space.

Communicate clearly and accurately with all members of the school district and community.

Use questioning and discussion techniques.

Engage students in learning.

Provide feedback to students.

Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness.

Reflect on teaching.

Maintain accurate records.

Contribute to the school and district.

Grow and develop professionally.

Coordinate and supervise field trips.

Assist with the activities of student organizations.

Attend and assist when necessary with school events such as musical programs, athletics, student recognition ceremonies, graduation and open house.

See that district policies are observed during all activities.

Obtain advance approval of the principal for all activities and expenditures.

Adhere to all district health and safety policies.

Other duties as assigned by the principal or other administrative staff, consistent with the general requirements and qualifications of the position.

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