Elementary Self-Contained Special Education Teacher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Michigan.

📋 Description

• Deliver specific course content in a virtual setting

• Provide instruction, support, and guidance tailored to the individual needs of students' IEPs

• Oversee the learning process and actively engage with both students and parents

• Offer special education and related services as defined by the IEP team

• Communicate with parents and related service personnel regarding student therapies

• Develop compliant IEPs, progress reports, and necessary documentation for special education

• Facilitate and lead collaborative meetings in special education, including annual IEP discussions

• Utilize assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible texts to provide necessary accommodations and modifications

• Adjust Stride K12 lessons and assessments in accordance with IEPs

• Ensure student inclusion and success within the general education environment

• Gather data and work samples to track progress towards IEP goals

• Document communications with parents and interventions for students

• Analyze student data to recommend remediation and enrichment strategies

• Provide both synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences

• Maintain the grade book and make decisions regarding placement and promotion

• Prepare students for high-stakes standardized assessments

• Build positive relationships with families and communicate effectively with students and learning coaches/parents

• Assist learning coaches/parents with curricular, instructional, and basic virtual classroom troubleshooting

• Travel up to 20% for professional development, student testing, or school-related obligations

⛳️ Requirements

• Required Michigan Teaching Certification

• Special Education endorsement necessary

• Bachelor's degree required

• Active state teaching license is a must

• Capability to pass the required background check

• Ability to work independently, typically exceeding 40 hours per week

• Capacity to maintain a professional home office free from distractions during work hours

• Skills to collaborate with other educators and utilize student data to inform instructional practices

• Open to regular feedback from administrators

• Willingness to embrace change and adapt accordingly

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and educational platforms

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Residents of all 50 states and Washington, D.C. are eligible

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for performance bonuses

• Comprehensive health benefits

• Retirement contributions

• Paid time off

• Flexible virtual work arrangement

• Opportunities for face-to-face professional development