2027* Teacher Specialized Classroom Secondary

Lawrence Unified School District (KS) Multiple (Job pool
- SpEd) - Lawrence, Kansas Open in Google Maps

Lawrence Unified School District (KS) Multiple (Job pool
- SpEd) - Lawrence, Kansas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Lawrence Unified School District (KS)

Job : 5492837

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 17, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

TEACHER SPECIALIZED CLASSROOM SECONDARY

Positions may be filled on a full-time or part-time basis, depending on candidate preference and organizational needs

* POSITIONS RECEIVE 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

FTE: 1.0

HOURS/DAY: 8.0

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

SCHOOL YEAR: 2026-27

• Kansas Teaching Certificate/License, SPED endorsement required(or willingness and ability to pursue 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

Reports To: Principal or administrator designee

Job Goal: 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.
• 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 ondistrictcomputer system and communication equipment
• Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others

Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor

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