Educate Kansas-posted 3 months ago
$44,783 - $79,833/Yr
Entry Level
Lawrence, KS

The Teacher Gifted position at Lawrence Public Schools USD 497 is available at various buildings and grade levels, offering both full-time and part-time options based on candidate preference and organizational needs. The position comes with an annual $1,800 special education services stipend and tuition reimbursement of up to $2,000 per year for obtaining special education licensure. The role requires a Kansas Teaching Certificate/License with a SPED Gifted endorsement or the willingness to pursue it. The job goal is to provide an effective program of instruction tailored to the needs and capabilities of individual students or groups.

  • Builds instruction upon previously learned materials.
  • Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for the content area.
  • Provides for regular assessment of student/adult needs and progress.
  • Provides for appropriate re-teaching, adaptation, and/or extensions if needed.
  • Prepares for assigned classes and can show evidence of such preparation.
  • Demonstrates effective skills in reading, writing, math, and speaking as necessary for assignment.
  • Implements the district's written curriculum and the state and district assessment program.
  • Works with other members of the staff in planning building or district curriculum, instructional goals, objectives, methods, and assessments.
  • Attends and participates in assigned staff/team meetings.
  • Cooperates with others regarding the selection, use, and sharing of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
  • Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
  • Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Establishes and maintains communications with students, parents, colleagues and others as related to assignment.
  • Maintains professional and ethical standards.
  • Upholds and enforces school rules, district policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Kansas Teaching Certificate/License, SPED Gifted endorsement required (or willingness and ability to pursue SPED Gifted endorsement).
  • "Highly qualified" status according to KSDE and federal regulations.
  • Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner.
  • Possess composition skills suitable for producing written communication for a variety of readers.
  • Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice.
  • Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
  • Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
  • Current knowledge of special education laws and regulations.
  • Experience in developing Individual Education Plans.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with staff to develop appropriate modifications and curriculum for students with exceptionalities.
  • $1,800 special education services stipend.
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,000 per year for obtaining special education licensure.
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