Olathe Public Schools·Olathe, Kansas
The teacher is responsible for instructing students with diverse needs and behavioral challenges while implementing the district curriculum. They must also supervise students and build supportive relationships with families and the school community.
Academic Year 2026-2027
The Olathe School District is the largest school district in the Kansas City metropolitan area and is located southwest of Kansas City, in Johnson County, Kan. The district serves students from Olathe and parts of Lenexa, Overland Park and Shawnee. Home to more than 30,000 students and 4,500 staff members, the district’s vision is Preparing Students for Their Future. For more information about the Olathe Public Schools, visit the district’s website at www.olatheschools.org [http://www.olatheschools.org]
This position instructs students in a classroom which could include students with educational risk factors, as well as students with special needs. The ability to form relationships with a wide variety of students and families is essential. Differentiating instruction for a wide range of developmental needs is required. The teacher must understand students with significant needs and behaviors and how to program for them. The teacher is responsible for the implementation of the district curriculum in a way that maximizes student learning. The teacher is responsible for the supervision and evaluation of all students within his/her teaching assignment.
Kansas teaching license with secondary certification with High-Incidence and Math 9-12 endorsements required. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Olathe Public Schools offers an excellent benefits package! Please click on the link to be directed to our benefits page for more information. http://bit.ly/OPS_Insurance_Benefits [http://departments.olatheschools.com/hr/benefits/] Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applicants we receive, we are not able to provide status updates over the phone. If you are invited for an interview, you will be contacted directly by the manager for that position. Thank you for your understanding on this and for taking the time to apply with Olathe Public Schools. For technical issues or questions with your application please follow the link below for help and support. https://talent-help.frontlineeducation.com/hc/en-us [https://talent-help.frontlineeducation.com/hc/en-us]
Candidates must hold a Kansas teaching license with secondary certification, including High-Incidence and Math 9-12 endorsements. The role requires the ability to differentiate instruction for students with varying developmental and educational needs.
Market context
Kansas schools often look for teachers who can cover both secondary math and special education needs, especially in settings serving students with diverse learning profiles. This role is competitive because it requires a Kansas license with secondary certification plus High-Incidence and Math 9-12 endorsements, along with strong differentiation skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your endorsements and prepare examples of adapted math instruction before applying.