Elementary Special Education Teacher

About the Employer

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Job Summary

Working from one of our Family Service Centers in Pennsylvania, the position of Special Education Teacher at Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA) is responsible for providing, managing, and delivering specially designed instructional programs through a virtual platform for learners. The Special Education Teacher utilizes the proprietary Relationship Management System in conjunction with other technology resources to provide instruction, feedback, and support while consulting regularly with learners, caretakers, learning coaches, and others to ensure that each learner successfully receives all supports and services in their individual education program (IEP).

Essential Functions

Serve as school-based special education case manager for designated caseload to ensure compliance with federal and state timelines. Provide direct services and instruction to learners in areas of need as defined by the IEP. Gather data, develop specially designed instruction, write goals, and guide the full implementation of IEPs. Maintain routines for scheduling progress monitoring sessions with learners and tracking learner data for communicating measurable growth toward goal attainment to families. Schedule, organize, and conduct IEP-related meetings in a virtual environment. Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school's Learning Management System and Special Education Software. Ensure the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation, and procedures for the IEP process in compliance with all regulations. Communicate continuously with caretakers/learning coaches of learners to ensure that all services in the IEP are being delivered Collaborate with related service providers on a weekly basis for learners needing related services as mandated by their IEPs. Commit to fully understanding learners' interests, unique disability profiles, and prior educational experiences, to build relationships & promote consistent engagement in school routines. Drive learner achievement and set high expectations for all learners. Collaborate with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding learners with specific needs and potential learning challenges. Address any barriers to the education process and ensure that each learner's needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion. Respond to learners, parents, and colleagues in a timely manner and within CCA responsiveness standards. Participate in the administration of state assessments, including traveling to testing sites approximately two times per school year. Travel for occasional professional development and/or school functions. Participate in the integration of in-person and virtual field trips into the curriculum. Actively engage in professional learning relative to growth and mastery in instructional and educational initiatives.

Competencies

Certified to teach in Pennsylvania with Special Education Certification Pedagogical knowledge of content being taught and ability to apply critical thinking Knowledge of state content standards and ability to align those with the K-12 curriculum Ability to galvanize and embrace change, innovating and adapting to ensure excellent student outcomes Ability to demonstrate sound decision-making and professional judgement skills, to solve problems independently, and demonstrate a high level of organization Ability to maintain teacher certification/professional development hours Demonstrated proficiency with office technology (especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office programs) Excellent verbal and written communication skills Customer-focused approach with a high degree of flexibility Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment Demonstrated track record of collaboration, collegiality, and being a team player while always demonstrating the highest level of professionalism

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role. Requires the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend, or stand, as necessary. Ability to travel to other sites/locations as needed.

Position Type

10-month, Full-time, Exempt

Salary

Travel
- Travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

Degree in Special Education or related education field
Valid Special Education Credential Grades K-12 in Pennsylvania

Preferred Education and Experience

Dual certification in Special Education and at least one additional content area
1-3 years of experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment
Experience teaching Special Education learners in Grades 9-12
Experience in Transition or Work-Based Learning experiences
Experience teaching High School Content in either English, Pre-Algebra, or Algebra
Experience working in a virtual environment
Experience with Zoom, iReady, and other online platforms

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Valid PA Driver's License
Appropriate automobile insurance coverage
Must be able to commute to a Family Service Center regardless of commute complexity.
Candidates must reside within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Commonwealth Charter Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employment, Educational, and Service Organization.