Job Description
Special Education Teacher - Independence School District (Independence, MO) Location: Independence, MO Setting: Elementary School (Grades K-5) Schedule: 2025-2026 School Year: Tuesday-Friday, 8a-4p; with some Mondays Employment Type: W-2 Start Date: ASAP (or per district need) Client: Little Blue Elementary Salary: $65,000 Position Summary The Special Education Teacher provides high-quality instruction and services in accordance with district policies and federal/state/local regulations. Core duties include case management; developing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs; leading IEP meetings; collaborating with multidisciplinary teams; supervising and scheduling paraeducators; and implementing behavior intervention plans to ensure students receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE). Candidates may also be aligned to similar roles (e.g., Process Coordinator, Academic Evaluator, Case Manager, Teacher of Record) based on district needs. These roles carry similar requirements, responsibilities, and expectations. In-person, hybrid, or virtual modalities are determined by client and organizational needs. Key Responsibilities Prepare and maintain a wide range of compliant documentation (e.g., IEPs, progress reports, notice of meeting, prior written notice). Develop, implement, and oversee IEPs aligned to federal/state guidelines and district procedures. Design and deliver specially designed instruction; differentiate to diverse learning needs. Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans; participate in problem-solving teams. Communicate proactively with students, families, related service providers, and administrators to ensure ti