Special Education Teacher, High School Life Skills & IEPs in MO
Overview
Special Education Teacher role focused on high school life skills in Blue Springs, MO, on a full-time contract. You will own IEP development, instruction design, and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams across a supportive environment. You will work with students to build independence and functional skills with daily living, self-advocacy, and interpersonal competencies. This role emphasizes student-centered planning, adaptability, and inclusive classroom practices in a collaborative school setting.
What You'll Do7
- 1Build and deliver instruction tailored to individual student goals and IEP objectives.
- 2Create, monitor, and update IEPs to track progress and adjust goals.
- 3Teach daily living skills, self-advocacy, interpersonal skills, and functional academics.
- 4Employ evidence-based strategies to drive student engagement and progress.
- 5Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers.
- 6Maintain open communication with families about student progress and needs.
- 7Document and maintain accurate records for regular student evaluations.
Requirements5
- 1Active Special Education teaching certification recognized in the state
- 2Experience working with high school students in life skills programs
- 3Strong understanding of IEP development and implementation
- 4Excellent communication and collaboration skills with families and multidisciplinary teams
- 5Adaptability, creativity, and a student-centered mindset in lesson planning and delivery
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