Teacher Functional Life Skills

Positions available at various buildings and grade levels.

Positions available on a full-time or part-time basis, depending on candidate preference and organizational needs.

POSITION RECEIVES AN ANNUAL $1,800 SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES STIPEND

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT OF UP TO $2,000 PER YEAR AVAILABLE TO OBTAIN SPECIAL EDUCATION LICENSURE

USD 497 Details

FTE: 1.0

HOURS/DAY: 8.0

DAYS PER YEAR: 188 (new teachers)/186 (returning teachers)

SCHOOL YEAR: 2025-26

• Kansas Teaching Certificate/License, appropriate SPED endorsement required (or willingness and ability to pursue appropriate SPED endorsement)
• “Highly qualified” status according to KSDE and federal regulations
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Provide an effective program of instruction based on the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

• Builds instruction upon previously learned materials.
• Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for the content area.
• Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for all students/adults as assigned.
• Provides for regular assessment of student/adult needs and progress.
• Provides for appropriate re-teaching, adaptation, and/or extensions if needed.
• Provides evidence of individual student/adult learning.
• Prepares for assigned classes and can show evidence of such preparation.
• Demonstrates effective skills in reading, writing, math, and speaking as necessary for assignment.
• Demonstrates command of the subject matter for which he/she is assigned to teach/coordinate.
• Implements the district's written curriculum and the state and district assessment program.
• Demonstrates commitment to learn and apply new instructional and technology skills as related to assignment.
• Works with other members of the staff in planning building or district curriculum, instructional goals, objectives, methods, and assessments.
• Attends and participates in assigned staff/team meetings.
• Cooperates with others regarding the selection, use, and sharing of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Establishes and maintains communications with students, parents, colleagues and others as related to assignment.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials and facilities.
• Demonstrates respect and value for all students and staff.
• Maintains professional and ethical standards.
• Meets and instructs students/adults at designated location and times.
• Upholds and enforces school rules, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Maintains state certification/licensure standards for teachers in the field for which he/she is assigned.
• Provide direct instruction, supervision, and assistance to students in the areas of personal care, including toileting, feeding, dressing, and hygiene, as needed. Ensure these supports are delivered with respect, dignity, and in accordance with individualized education program (IEP) goals and health/safety protocols.
• Collaborate with nurses and families, and supervise paraprofessionals to promote independence and skill development in daily living activities.
• Other duties as requested or assigned by the supervisor.

• Possess and maintain licensure (certification) in the state of Kansas
• Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
• Possess composition skills suitable for producing written communication for a variety of readers
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
• Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
• Ability to perform job responsibilities using appropriate software on district computer system and communication equipment
• Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others

• Maintain current knowledge…