K-12 Special Education Teacher – Gifted

Stride, Inc.

. Deliver specific course content in an online environment .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeKansas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) while providing tailored instruction and support to meet diverse student needs. Proficient in utilizing assistive technology and data analysis to enhance student learning outcomes in both online and in-person environments.

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Kansas Teaching CertificationIndividualized Education Program (IEP) DevelopmentAssistive Technology ImplementationData Analysis for Instructional DecisionsStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

IEP DevelopmentData AnalysisInstructional SupportAccommodations and ModificationsSynchronous and Asynchronous LearningStandardized Test PreparationProgress MonitoringCurriculum DevelopmentStudent Assessment ModificationVirtual Classroom Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdaptabilityCoaching ReceptivenessCommunicationRapport Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointOnline Learning Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Kansas Teaching CertificationActive State Teaching License

Industry Keywords

Special EducationIndividualized Education Program (IEP)Assistive TechnologyCompliance DocumentationStudent SuccessInclusionProfessional DevelopmentBackground CheckEducational Data AnalysisVirtual Learning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver specific course content in an online environment
Provide instruction, support, and guidance focused on students’ individual IEP needs
Manage the learning process and work with students and parents to advance learning
Ensure special education and related services are provided as determined by the IEP team
Coordinate with parents and related service staff regarding appropriate therapies
Develop compliant IEPs, progress reports, and required state special education documentation
Facilitate and lead collaborative special education meetings, including annual IEP meetings
Implement accommodations and modifications using assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible text
Modify Stride K12 lessons and assessments according to IEP requirements
Support inclusion and student success in general education classrooms
Collect data and work samples to monitor progress toward IEP goals
Document parent contact and student interventions
Analyze student data to prescribe remediation and enrichment
Provide synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences
Maintain a grade book, ensure academic integrity, make placement and promotion decisions, and alert administrators to concerns
Prepare students for high-stakes standardized tests
Establish positive rapport with families and communicate with students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner
Support learning coaches and parents with curricular, instructional, and basic virtual-classroom troubleshooting issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Kansas Teaching Certification required
Bachelor's degree
Active state teaching license
Ability to clear required background check
Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers to interpret and produce numeric, tabular, and graphic representations of student data and use it to drive instructional decisions
Receptive to receiving regular coaching from administrators
Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to attend in-person professional development, testing, and other school events
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and/or as required by the school
Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week
Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during the workday, typically 9–5 or 8–4
Preferred residence in Kansas; candidates in Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, and Oklahoma may be considered
Desired: experience with the proposed age group, supporting adults and children in technology use, online or brick-and-mortar teaching, and online learning platforms

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Virtual/remote work arrangement
Ability to work from a professional home office
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Equal opportunity employment and protected veteran/individuals with disabilities status