Hope Learning Center is seeking a full-time High Incidence / Behavior Support Teacher to work with elementary students.  

Purpose Statement

The Teacher - Positive Behavior Support supports the instructional process with specific responsibility for facilitating instruction for special education students with social, emotional and behavioral disorders; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; coordinating curriculum and intervention activities; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

Benefits

Special Education Teachers receive additional training and support for the aspects that make their jobs unique.  They also receive four half-days out of the classroom each year to work on IEPs and documentation.  We recognize that teachers at HLC have additional responsibilities and challenges and provide them with additional compensation (12% supplemental) and 5 extra days.  Maize is also resource rich in paras, administrators, counselors and support staff which creates a supportive work environment.     

Our teachers are encouraged to continue to learn and grow.  Many of our Low Incidence Teachers are working on their Master’s degree in Special Education while teaching on a waiver.  Tuition is reimbursed at $300 per credit hour.  We also offer a professional learning series that qualifies for college credits. 

Essential Functions

1. Administers a variety of evaluative tools (e.g. developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc.) to assess student competency levels and develop individual learning plans.
2. Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and goals to provide feedback to students, teachers, parents, and administration.
3. Collaborates with parents, instructional staff, other school personnel (e.g. OT, PT, Social Worker, Vocational Needs Coordinator, etc.) supporting the improvement of student outcomes and achieving student educational plan objectives.
4. Coordinates schedules (e.g. teacher, student, paraeducators, related services, etc.) and provides services in a timely manner.
5. Counsels students, parents, and legal guardians to communicate regarding expectations, student's achievements, developing methods for improvement, and reinforcing classroom goals.
6. Differentiates classroom work (e.g. instructional methods, materials, content, etc.) to provide students with instruction in alignment with individualized learning plans.
7. Facilitates student learning for the purpose of achieving success in academics, social skill awareness, and problem solving.
8. Implements behavior intervention plan to provide an effective program addressing individual student requirements.
9. Maintains documents, files, and records (e.g. assessments, IEPs, point sheets, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and providing reliable information.
10. Manages student behavior (e.g. encouragement and corrective systems, supervision and monitoring routines, instructional interventions, etc.) to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.
11. Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. IEPs, general education intervention meetings, pre-assessment teams, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and gathering information required to perform job functions.
12. Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, progress reports, lesson plans, etc.) to document student progress, meet mandated requirements, and communicate information to other parties.
13. Develops individual education plan goals and other written materials for student IEPs to establish strategies/opportunities for student success.
14. Provides outlets and avenues for students experiencing social/ emotional/ behavioral responses (e.g. safe areas, deescalating rooms, etc.) to reduce stress and encourage positive expressions.
15. Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, bullying, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to the education code of ethics and school policies as a mandated reporter.
16. Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) to resolve issues, provide information, and direction.
17. Supports classroom teachers with the implementation of established curriculum and individual student plans.
18. Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Education, Certification

Bachelor’s Degree

KSDE Approved Licensure

Experience

Job related experience within a specialized field is required

Physical Demands, Working Environment

This position generally requires the following physical demands: occasional lifting and carrying up to seventy-five (75) pounds, some pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 80% walking, and 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

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Maize USD 266
Job Description
Job Title: Teacher - Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) Exemption Status: Exempt
Reports to: Principal Date Revised: June 9, 2025
Primary Purpose:
To provide support to the instructional process by serving as a special education teacher with specific
responsibility for implementing PBIS practices within a school; supervising students with significant
behavioral challenges within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and
delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines;
collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional
and behavioral needs; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from parents or guardians regarding
instructional program and student progress.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification: Appropriate licensure through KSDE, High Incidence Special Education
and appropriate content endorsement
Special Knowledge/Skills: Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
ability to instruct students and manage their behavior; collaboration, ability to present
Information one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students.
Experience: None required but preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
● Analyze data in order to develop and implement supports to assist with behavioral needs of students
● Administer a variety of assessment-related activities (e.g. developmental testing programs, subject
specific assessments, etc.) for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and developing
individual learning plans
● Assess student progress towards objectives, expectations, and goals for the purpose of providing
feedback to students, parents, and administration.
● Collaborate with parents, instructional staff, other school personnel
● Demonstrate methods required to perform classroom and subject-specific assignments
● Differentiate classroom work (e.g. instructional methods, materials, etc.) for the purpose of providing
students with instruction that address individualized learning plans and/or behavior plans
● Communicate expectations, student's achievements and student’s progress to develop methods for
improvement, and reinforce classroom goals in the home environment
● Instruct students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of
study
● Maintain a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual records (e.g. assessments, IEPs, etc.)
● Participate in a variety of meetings (e.g. IEPs, general education intervention meetings, etc.)
● Prepare a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, IEPs, progress
reports, exit plans, data sheets, lesson plans, evaluations, etc.)
● Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, bullying, etc.) for the
purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and
adhering to the law and school policies as a mandated reporter
● Serve as a student case manager for the purpose of ensuring each student is receiving services and all
IEPs are in compliance
● Support classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established
curriculum and individual student plans
● Provide academic support to students (e.g. reading, writing, verbal skills, etc.) and support the
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Maize USD 266
Job Description
implementation of IEP goals, assisting in adapting student needs into mainstream classrooms, and
ensuring student success
● Model desired behaviors (e.g. conversation, manners, cleaning activities, listening, everyday
interactions, etc.) for students in multiple settings
● Ensure safety through the use restraint and seclusion when necessary
● Maintain confidentiality as appropriate in order to comply with district, state and federal laws.
● Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work
unit
Supervisory Responsibilities: Provide instructional guidance to paraeducators
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and phone,
standard classroom technology including computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged standing, frequent walking, pushing/pulling, occasional kneeling/squatting,
occasional bending/stooping, restrain students
Motion: Frequent keyboarding and use of mouse, occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional lifting of heavy (50 pounds)
Environment: Primarily indoors; some outdoor student supervision
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress,
solve problems, make decisions and be flexible
Attendance: Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality as required by the Board of
Education policies and regulations.
Clearances: Background check, drug screen and current TB test
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This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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