Special Education Pool

Liberal USD 480 • Liberal, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Liberal Public Schools is seeking passionate, student-centered Special Education Teachers to provide high-quality, standards-based instruction aligned with the Kansas College and Career Ready Standards. Teachers create engaging learning experiences and a safe, inclusive, collaborative classroom where students are supported and challenged to reach their potential. The role involves differentiating instruction to address students’ academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs, monitoring learning, maintaining student records, communicating with families, and collaborating with school teams.

The district describes itself as a diverse, bilingual, Title I district and offers educator collaboration, access to building and district leadership, and opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. Work is performed primarily in classrooms and school settings, with frequent collaboration among teachers, administrators, students, and families. The environment typically has a moderate noise level and may involve travel between district buildings. Salary, benefits, and the work calendar are established under the negotiated Professional Agreement and approved by the USD 480 Board of Education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Elementary Education or a related field.
• Valid Kansas teaching license or eligibility to obtain Kansas licensure with the appropriate endorsement.
• Knowledge of effective instructional practices, classroom management, and child development.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to providing an equitable and inclusive learning environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous elementary teaching experience.
• Experience using student assessment data to guide instruction.
• Familiarity with instructional technology.
• Training or experience in MTSS, differentiated instruction, and social-emotional learning.
• English Learner (EL/ESL) endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction aligned with district curriculum and Kansas College and Career Ready Standards.
• Create a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Differentiate instruction to meet students’ academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Use research-based instructional strategies and educational technology to maximize student learning.
• Monitor student progress through formal and informal assessments and use data to guide instruction.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, attendance, and required documentation.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress and classroom expectations.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, interventionists, special education staff, instructional coaches, and administrators.
• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional learning, and school improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or Superintendent.

Benefits

• Up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
• Competitive salary based on education and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and retirement benefits.
• Paid personal and sick leave.
• Instructional coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.
• Collaborative Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
• Opportunities for leadership and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time