Special Education Teacher in Emporia, KS

Empower young learners and make a difference by supporting students in an early childhood and elementary intensive skills setting. This contract opportunity in the Emporia, KS area focuses on working with children with autism, delivering impactful special education within a supportive, collaborative environment. This is an onsite, full-time role lasting through May 2027perfect for those passionate about creating inclusive and effective classroom experiences.

• Current Kansas Special Education (SPED) teaching license (required)
• Previous experience with early childhood and/or elementary intensive skills caseloads preferred
• Strong knowledge of best practices in special education methodologies, particularly with students on the autism spectrum
• Effective communication skills for engaging with students, families, and fellow educators
• Ability to create tailored instructional strategies to address individual learning needs

• Deliver individualized and group instruction to students within early childhood and elementary autism-focused classrooms
• Develop, implement, and regularly evaluate Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Collaborate closely with other educators, support staff, and families to foster student growth
  
  Participate in school and team meetings, providing insight into student performance and progress
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation of student outcomes and instructional plans
• Promote a classroom atmosphere that supports behavioral, academic, and social development

• Opportunity to work onsite within a supportive school setting
• Gain valuable experience in an intensive special education environment
• Contribute to a meaningful caseload and help shape positive student outcomes