Special Education Teacher Low-Incidences; Functional

Special Education Teacher Low-Incidences (Functional) for the 2026/27 School Year

Fort Leavenworth USD 207 •

Low Incidence (Structured Learning) Special Education Teacher - 2026/27 School Year

Job Description

Purpose:

The Low Incidence (Structured Learning) Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing specialized instruction and support to students with low-incidence disabilities- including but not limited to autism- intellectual disabilities- multiple disabilities- and severe physical impairments. The teacher designs and implements individualized education programs (IEPs) that address each student`s unique academic- social- behavioral- and developmental needs. This role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure students receive the appropriate support and services to succeed in their least restrictive environment.

Reports To:

Building Principal

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Special Education

* Valid Kansas Teaching License in Special Education

* Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the District Office (after an employment offer is made)

* Strong knowledge of IEP development- data collection- and progress monitoring

* Excellent communication- collaboration- and organizational skills

* Patience- compassion- and the ability to build strong relationships with students- families- and colleagues

Preferred Qualifications:

* Master's Degree in the field of education

* Three-plus years of certified teaching experience

* Experience working with students who have severe cognitive and physical disabilities

* Proficiency with behavior management strategies

* Familiarity with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices and other assistive technologies

* Experience with data collection and using progress monitoring tools to drive instructional decisions

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully- an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily:

* Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with low-incidence disabilities in collaboration with parents- teachers- and support staff

* Adapt and modify instructional materials and strategies to meet each student`s specific needs- ensuring alignment with district and state standards

* Provide direct instruction in core academic subjects- communication skills- social skills- life skills- and adaptive behavior

* Utilize specialized equipment- assistive technology- and alternative communication methods (e.g.

- AAC devices- sign language) to support student learning and participation

* Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and make data-driven decisions for instructional adjustments

* Collaborate with general education teachers- paraprofessionals- therapists- and other support staff to promote inclusion and facilitate participation in the general education setting when appropriate

* Implement behavior support plans (BIPs) and other behavioral interventions to address students' social and emotional needs

* Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to student progress- IEP goals- and compliance with federal and state regulations (e.g.

- IDEA
- Section 504)

* Participate in IEP meetings- multidisciplinary team meetings- and parent-teacher conferences- providing updates on student progress and collaborating on educational goals

* Communicate and consult with parents/guardians on an ongoing basis- offering support and resources to promote student success at school and home

* Supervise and train paraprofessionals- ensuring they are equipped to assist students in achieving their IEP goals

* Ensure that all safety and health protocols are followed- including feeding- toileting- and transferring students with physical disabilities

* Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in special education- assistive technology- and behavioral intervention strategies

* Adheres strictly to professional ethics

* Prepares completely and adequately to carry out their responsibilities for all students within their classroom

* Performs the necessary administrative work related to the assignment-…