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Special Education Teacher Ewing Marion Kauffman School (Kansas City MO)

The Ewing Marion Kauffman School is a free public charter school serving 5th12th graders with a mission to create college graduates. We seek a Special Education Teacher who is results-driven and culturally responsive to support diverse learners across grades and content areas.

Role Summary

The Special Education Teacher provides push-in and pull-out support differentiates instruction delivers small-group and 1:1 interventions and ensures services align to IEP goals and compliance standards. Full-time exempt.

What Youll Do

• Provide small-group and 1:1 instruction within general education classrooms; tailor supports to varied learning profiles.

• Collaborate with teachers to design whole-group practices targeted interventions and individualized learning activities.

• Track student data and adjust interventions to drive mastery and growth.

• Partner with the Director of Special Education to write and implement standards-aligned IEPs; manage IEP/504 documentation and compliance; coordinate annual reviews; liaise with external providers.

• Lead/assist professional development for content and grade-level teams; advise on assessment accommodations and modifications.

• Maximize instructional time with urgency; deliver rigorous culturally responsive content that builds critical thinking.

School Culture

• Build strong authentic relationships; uphold high expectations with clear direct communication.

• Model and reinforce PREP values (Perseverance Results Empathy Passion).

• Own outcomes for academic standards and IEP goals; embrace feedback and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrate maturity humility professionalism and a strong work ethic.

Special Education Teacher Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required; Masters preferred.

• 2 years special education teaching experience with evidence of student achievement.

• Knowledge of IEP processes compliance and reporting.

• Eligible to meet all state/federal licensure requirements.

• Detail-oriented responsive to feedback strategic and adaptable; calm under competing priorities.

• Ability to work on-site or as assigned; accepts reassignment if needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical dental vision)

• 403B plan as well as employer match available up to 4%

• Part of the KCPSRS retirement system

• Paid time off and school holidays

• Paid parental leave available

• Professional development and growth opportunities

How to Apply

Apply to this Special Education Teacher role via the Kauffman School Careers page: For questions contact Isha Isme Talent Recruiter at or. Ewing Marion Kauffman School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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