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Special Education Careers in Kansas City

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Benefits of Working for Horizon Academy

Make a lasting impact through specialized education, collaborative culture, and meaningful professional growth opportunities.

Mission-Driven

Help students with learning disabilities build confidence, independence, and lifelong academic success.

Specialized Training

Develop expertise in instructing all students especially those with language-based learning differences, like dyslexia, dysgraphia, and/or dyscalculia.

Supportive Culture

Join a collaborative team committed to inclusion, growth, and student-centered learning in a full-time classroom setting.

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Grow Your Expertise

Receive ongoing training in structured literacy, executive function support,
and multisensory instructional strategies.

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Hear From Teachers Like You

  • "I decided I wanted to be a teacher at a Horizon Academy eighth grade graduation..."

    - Addyson H.

  • "I have both ADHD and Dyslexia, and received Orton-Gillingham tutoring between the ages of 7..."

    - Ethan M.

  • "I'm drawn to working at Horizon Academy because I know that academic struggles can have..."

    - Katie M.

  • "I love sharing my love of our language and its structure with our incredible faculty..."

    - Gabi G.

  • "The most gratifying part of working at Horizon Academy is the relationship that I’ve built..."

    - Horizon Teacher

  • "It is gratifying to have the opportunity to provide immediate feedback and to see immediate..."

    - Emily S.

  • "With the small class sizes, you really make strong connections with the students and help..."

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Explore Our Career Opportunities

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Teacher Assistant

Supports instructors in our classroom environment, tutoring sessions, and other faculty settings.

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Interventionist

Provides individualized lessons for students based on their academic strengths and areas where improvement is needed.

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Administrative Support

Works alongside administration to keep all our programs running smoothly so every student can excel.

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We’re always looking for passionate educators and professionals who believe every student deserves to thrive.