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Special Education Teacher - Basehor-Linwood High School
Basehor-Linwood USD 458 • www.usd458.org
Title: Special Education Teacher
Reports to: Building Principal
Position Summary: The special education teacher creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal- social- and intellectual development of students through rich learning experiences- case studies- and a variety of primary and secondary source documents.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Special Education Services
Currently hold or be eligible for a Kansas certificate in at least one area of special education
Demonstrated knowledge of methods of effective instruction
Desire and ability to work with students and staff
A willingness to cooperate with and follow the directions of the school principal
The ability and willingness to communicate with parents
Ability to plan- organize- and see that activities are completed
Proficient in data collection and reporting
Excellent written and oral skills
Proficient in Microsoft and Google applications
Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field
Valid Teaching Certificate with applicable level area endorsements
5+ years of directly related verifiable experience in Special Education services
Consideration will be given to applicants who have a valid Kansas elementary teaching license who are willing to pursue a special education endorsement through the waiver process. Tuition assistance is available for those working toward a high-incidence special education license.
Essential Functions:
Ability to facilitate the personal- social- and intellectual development of students
Ability to establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual
educational needs of students
Ability to ensure all activities conform to District guidelines
Ability to communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with members of the
school district and community
tasks as assigned
Ability to be mobile in the classroom
Ability to monitor student achievement and teacher (self) effectiveness- and make
changes to instruction techniques to improve student achievement
Ability to work to implement the vision and mission of the district
Ability to work with technology/computer systems
Ability to supervise- direct- motivate- and correct employee's job performance
Ability to model commitment and dedication to work
Ability to work independently and without supervision- and complete work in an efficient manner
General Responsibilities:
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly- productive environment for learning
Communicates with parents and counselors on a student`s progress
Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs
Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities
Maintains professional competence through in-service education provided by the district- and in self-selected professional growth activities related to special education services
Ensures that all activities conform to district guidelines
Communicates effectively with all members of the school district and community
Works effectively with community organizations
Reacts to change productively and handles other tasks as assigned
Supports the value of education
Supports the mission and vision of USD #458
Keeps abreast of new information- best practices- innovative ideas- and techniques
Adheres to all district health and safety policies- including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan
Other duties as assigned by the Principal- Director of Special Education or other Administrative Staff
Physical Requirements: Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required.
2.Requires occasional stooping- bending- kneeling- reaching- and turning
To perform this job successfully- an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge- skill- and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Term of Employment: 10 months (187 Days); Academic school year as assigned
Evaluation: Performance effectiveness will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.
The Basehor-Linwood School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of race- color- ethnicity- national origin- sex- disability- age- religion- sexual orientation or gender identity in its programs- activities or employment as required by applicable federal and state laws.
For more information about the Basehor-Linwood USD 458 School District and employee benefits- please visit our website at www.usd458.org.
https://basehorlinwood.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=975
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Basehor-Linwood Unified School District 458 serves students and families in a 90 square mile area of southern Leavenworth County, Kansas. We currently have 8 district attendance centers. Our Early Learning Center for Childcare and Pre-K opened for the 2020-21 school year in August. K-5 buildings are located in Bonner Springs, Basehor and the Glenwood Ridge subdivision. A new K-5 building, located in Basehor, opened in the Fall 2021. Students in grades 6, 7 and 8 attend Basehor-Linwood Middle School in Basehor, near the center of the district. Basehor-Linwood High School, located in Basehor, is a 5A school, serving students in grades 9 through 12.
BLHS was named a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School. In addition, the district operates Basehor-Linwood Virtual School, an internet-based school serving approximately 250 K-12 students statewide instructed by Basehor-Linwood teachers.
Special Education services are provided by the Tonganoxie/Basehor-Linwood Special Education Cooperative located in Basehor.
USD 458 is part of a vibrant, growing suburban area with expanding student population and tax base. The mission of USD 458 is to serve all students developing and reaching their potential. https://www.usd458.org
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