Elementary Special Education Teacher

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

📋 Description

• Deliver designated course material in a virtual learning environment.

• Provide guidance, support, and instruction while overseeing the educational process.

• Address students’ unique requirements as outlined in their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

• Engage with parents and relevant service personnel to synchronize suitable therapies.

• Create compliant IEPs, progress reports, and necessary special education documentation.

• Lead collaborative special education meetings, including annual IEP meetings.

• Offer accommodations and modifications utilizing assistive technology, supplementary curriculum, and accessible texts.

• Adapt Stride K12 lessons and assessments in line with IEP specifications.

• Ensure student inclusion and success within the general education setting.

• Gather data and work samples to track progress towards IEP objectives.

• Document interactions with parents and interventions for students.

• Analyze student data to recommend remediation and enrichment strategies.

• Deliver both synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences.

• Maintain the grade book and uphold academic integrity.

• Make decisions regarding student placement and promotion, notifying administrators of performance issues.

• Prepare students for high-stakes standardized assessments.

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

• Assist learning coaches/parents with curriculum, instructional, and basic virtual classroom troubleshooting concerns.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.

• Valid State Special Education teaching license.

• At least six (6) months of student teaching experience.

• Ability to pass required background checks.

• Residency in Indiana is mandatory.

• Out-of-state certification holders must secure Indiana reciprocity within 60 days of employment.

• Capacity to work independently, generally 40+ hours per week.

• Capability to maintain a professional, distraction-free home office during working hours.

• Willingness to travel up to 20% for in-person professional development, student assessments, and/or school obligations.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with fellow educators and utilize student data to inform instructional choices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms.

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

• Experience with the targeted age group, online learning platforms, and/or teaching in virtual or traditional settings is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for a performance-based bonus.

• Health insurance benefits.

• Contributions to retirement plans.

• Paid time off.

• Option for remote/virtual work arrangements.

• Opportunities for in-person professional development.