Special Education Resource Teacher - Logan Elementary 2026-2027 School year

Position Title: Special Education Resource Teacher – High-Incidence (Elementary)

Reports To: Building Principal and Director of Special Education
Position Type: Certified / Full-Time / 10 Month Contract

Position Overview:

The High-Incidence Special Education Resource Teacher provides targeted instruction and support to elementary students with high-incidence disabilities- including learning disabilities- ADHD- emotional/behavioral disorders- and speech/language impairments. The teacher works closely with general education staff to implement inclusive practices- along with some resource room support- support academic growth- and help students meet IEP goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized and small-group instruction aligned with IEP goals.
  
  
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to modify curriculum and implement accommodations and interventions.
  
  
• Develop- implement- and monitor IEPs in compliance with IDEA and district policies.
  
  
• Collect and analyze student progress data to inform instruction and communicate growth.
  
  
• Provide strategies- resources- and support to general education staff to promote inclusion.
  
  
• Foster social-emotional growth and positive behavior through evidence-based interventions.
  
  
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress- strategies- and supports.
  
  
• Maintain accurate documentation of services- progress- and compliance requirements.
  
  
• Participate in professional learning- team meetings- and IEP conferences.
  
  

Qualifications:

Required:

• Valid Kansas teaching license with a Special Education endorsement (High-Incidence)
• Alternate Licensures are considered.
  
  
• Knowledge of evidence-based strategies for high-incidence disabilities
  
  
• Strong collaboration- communication- and organizational skills
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience teaching elementary students with high-incidence disabilities
  
  
• Familiarity with response-to-intervention (RTI) and behavior support frameworks
  
  
• Training in social-emotional learning- assistive technology- or differentiated instruction
  
  

Work Environment:

• Elementary school classroom and collaborative team settings
  
  
• Regular interaction with students- staff- and families
  
  
• Involves occasional physical support and supervision of students

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If you are applying for a Seaman USD #345 vacancy, you must do so by going to our website; http://www.seamanschools.org , click on Job Openings or you can link to    https://seamanschools.tedk12.com/hire/  to start the application process.

Seaman USD 345 is primarily a suburban district of about 4,000 students, located within and adjacent to Topeka, Kansas. USD 345 is large enough for a well-diversified academic program, but small enough to provide individual attention. The district operates one high school, one middle school, five elementary schools, one alternative school, and one early learning center. Seaman has high quality teachers, administrators, and professional support staff members, with approximately 700 district employees. Many staff members have received recognition at the state and national levels as leaders in their field. Seaman is committed to excellent professional development, and new teachers participate in a high quality mentoring program. The Seaman School District is an excellent place to live and to work. Please visit our website at www.seamanschools.org to learn more about our outstanding district and the opportunities it provides.