Cooperative Incidence Special Education Teacher; Focus behavior -Elementary; K-5

Position: 2026-2027 Cooperative High Incidence Special Education Teacher (Focus on behavior) -Elementary (K-5)
Location: Wamego

Cooperative High Incidence Special Education Teacher (Focus on behavior)
-Elementary (K-5)

Wamego USD 320 •

USD 320
- Wamego- has a vacancy for a Cooperative High Incidence Special Education Teacher (Focus on behavior) for Grades K-5 at Wamego Elementary Schools for the  school year.

Applicants should hold or be eligible for a valid Kansas teaching license with a High Incidence Special Education endorsement to include grades K-5. Certified teachers interested in pursuing an endorsement to teach special education through a waiver process are also encouraged to apply!

Interested applicants should fill out the online application and attach any applicable documents.

Applicants must apply online at

Position will be posted until the position has been filled. We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible!

POSITION:
Interrelated Special Education Teacher - Elementary

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must hold- or be eligible for- a high incidence license in special education in the state of Kansas.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal and Special Education Administrator(s)

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Fulfill role of case manager for special education students with academic and behavioral disabilities

2. Oversee the development of compliant individualized education plans (IEP)

3. Facilitate IEP team meetings

4. Communicate frequently and effectively with parents

5. Prepare lesson plans and provide direct special education services to students

6. Create a classroom environment that is positive and conducive to learning

7. Develop and implement behavior intervention plans that include positive behavior supports

8. Work collaboratively with general education teachers to meet the needs of special education students

9. Work collaboratively with other service providers

10. Assist general education teachers with curriculum modifications necessary to enable students to participate and make progress in the general education curriculum

11. Ensure the implementation of the IEP as written.

12. Assist with evaluations of students in determining eligibility and need for special education students.

13. Assess students' progress on a regular basis and reports this progress as required.

14. Supervise para-educators

15. Communicate as necessary with building and district administration

16. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.

17. Attend all required staff meetings and professional development activities.

18. Other duties as assigned.

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Employer Information

Wamego USD 320 is a progressive school district committed to working cooperatively with families and community to educate students to be responsible, problem-solving citizens who produce quality work in their individual pursuit of excellence. We accomplish this by offering relevant, academically challenging and diverse learning experiences. We are passionate about kids! Our four schools ensure that we have the best teachers using high impact teaching strategies to engage students in all tiers of learning.

We use the latest core curriculum resources to deliver Tier 1 core instruction to ALL students. Our facilities are some of the best in the state and many of our students are competing at the state level in activities and athletics

The Wamego school district serves the needs of approximately 1,675 students in two elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Enrollment has increased approximately 13% over the past 10 years. USD 320 is the sponsoring district for the Wamego Special Services Cooperative, which serves the needs of our students as well as those in two neighboring school districts. There are approximately 185 certified staff and 265 classified staff.

Our teachers enjoy many benefits including an attractive salary schedule, a number of fringe benefits, generous sick leave (including a sick leave pool), small class sizes, a teacher mentoring program, and an excellent professional development program. Special incentives for teachers interested in earning their National Board certification are detailed in the district`s negotiated agreement and include a $2,000 annual bonus upon successful completion of the program.

USD 320 Innovative Teaching Techniques & Programs

* District-wide implementation of Kansas TASN MTSS, KAGAN Cooperative Learning, and professional learning communities

* Advanced Placement courses are offered at the high school

* Community Mentoring Program at the high school

* Parents as Teachers Program

* Extensive vocational programs offered at the middle school and high school

* One to One Technology devices for all students

District Highlights

* Central Elementary (PreK-2) renovated in 2011

* West Elementary (3-5) renovated in 2005

* Wamego Middle School renovated in 2018 (including a new Science wing)

* Wamego High School renovated in 2005

* Health & Performance Center added in 2019

* Sports Complex with turf field, new track, press box, medical center, and new locker rooms added in 2019

* Technology Center

* Educational…