CBR 2 Special Education Teacher

Tonganoxie USD 464 • www.tong464.org

POSITION: Center Based Resource 2 Special Education Teacher- Emphasis on Functional Life Skills


QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must hold- or be eligible for- a high &/or low incidence license
in special education in the state of Kansas.


REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Special Education Administrators


PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Fulfill role of case manager for special education students with academic and behavioral disabilities
2. Oversee the development of compliant individualized education plans (IEP)
3. Facilitate IEP team meetings
4. Communicate frequently and effectively with parents
5. Prepare lesson plans and provide direct special education services to students
6. Create a classroom environment that is positive and conducive to learning
7. Develop and implement behavior intervention plans that include positive behavior supports
8. Willingness to receive and implement training to prevent- de-escalate- and if necessary- intervene
when student behavior poses a threat of harm to themselves and/or others
9. Responsible for- or supervision of- all physical needs of the students- including but not limited to
toileting and feeding
10. Facilitate use of appropriate communication devices and methods
11. Work collaboratively with general education teachers to meet the needs of special education
students
12. Work collaboratively with other service providers
13. Assist general education teachers with curriculum modifications necessary to enable students to
participate and make progress in the general education curriculum
14. Ensure the implementation of the IEP as written
15. Assist with evaluations of students in determining eligibility and need for special education students
16. Assess students’ progress on a regular basis and reports this progress as required
17. Supervise para-educators
18. Communicate as necessary with building and district administration
19. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence
20. Attend all required staff meetings and professional development activities
21. Other duties as assigned


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Physical and emotional ability and
dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. This may require
some lifting.


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Tonganoxie USD 464 - www.tong464.org

OUR SCHOOLS

Tonganoxie USD 464 serves approximately 1,946 students in three schools.

  1. Tonganoxie Elementary School ~ Grades Prekindergarten-5
  2. Tonganoxie Middle School ~ Grades 6-8
  3. Tonganoxie High School ~ Grades 9-12
  4. District Administrative Center and Board of Education Office

District Highlights:

  1. Completion of $51.4MM bond project to build new high school classrooms and           athletic facilities completed in January 2023
  2. Recently awarded Copper Stars by KSDE for High School Graduation and                       Postsecondary Success
  3. Special Education Cooperative, in conjunction with Basehor-Linwood USD 458

OUR TEACHERS

Tonganoxie USD 464 recognizes that our teachers are our most valuable asset. We strive to offer competitive salaries, a myriad of professional development opportunities, and outstanding benefits. The district currently has 328 employees: 161 teachers, 16 administrators & supervisors, and 151 support staff.

Teachers who join our district will enjoy:

  1. Starting annual salary ranging from $44,400-$48,200
  2. Generous sick, personal, and professional leave days
  3. District-paid health insurance
  4. Collaborative work environment
  5. Culture of high expectations & results
  6. Various parent/volunteer support organizations

OUR COMMUNITY

USD 464 is located in Tonganoxie, Kansas, which has a population of 5,583 and enjoys low crime, low cost of living, and a plethora of parks and trails. Tonganoxie`s recreation commission offers sports leagues and activities for all ages, and the water park is a great spot to cool off on a summer day! Tonganoxie is conveniently located 15 minutes from Lawrence, 40 minutes from Topeka, and 3 miles north of Interstate 70, which makes for a quick 25 minute ride to downtown Kansas City. Tonganoxie residents enjoy major metropolitan amenities, arts, entertainment, sports, festivals, diversity, education, parks, and trails, as well as our award-winning schools, hometown atmosphere, & beautiful countryside!

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Job Contact Address

300 US Highway-24/40
Tonganoxie, KS 66086

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Applications Due By

06/10/2023

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