Special Education Teacher

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

📋 Description

• Oversee instructional programs for students with special needs from a home office located in Florida.

• Engage regularly with learning coaches and students utilizing telephone, internet, and curriculum resources.

• Participate actively in all phases of the IEP process.

• Collaborate with teachers and district professionals to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations.

• Offer instructional guidance, virtual teaching, and general strategies for a designated caseload of students.

• Develop, compose, and assist in the implementation of IEPs and 504 plans.

• Assess tests and evaluations, complete report cards, and hold parent conferences.

• Communicate with parents and learning coaches to ensure IEP objectives are achieved and student needs are fulfilled.

• Consult with teachers and coordinate specially tailored instruction.

• Provide direct services to students through web-conferencing software as needed.

• Schedule, organize, and facilitate IEP-related meetings virtually.

• Participate in the school's Student Support Team.

• Assist teachers and learning coaches in developing and implementing program modifications and strategies.

• Aid in IEP paperwork, documentation, and procedural matters.

• Identify and coordinate service providers and assist with associated contracts.

• Maintain accurate data in the Learning Management System and special education software.

• Support state testing and coordinate IEP-required special adaptations.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related educational field.

• Valid Florida Teaching Certificate in Exceptional Student Education K-12 is required.

• Certification in Mathematics 6-12 or Elementary Education K-6 is necessary.

• ESOL Certification or Endorsement is required.

• ESE K-12 certification is mandatory.

• Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration within Special Education.

• Strong technological proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.

• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities.

• Customer-oriented approach.

• High level of adaptability.

• Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

• Track record as a collaborative team player.

• Willingness and availability to travel throughout Florida for state testing administration, which may involve overnight travel.

🏝️ Benefits

• Tuition-free online public charter school setting.

• Remote, home-based work arrangement.

• Inclusive workplace dedicated to fairness, equity, and diversity.

• Potential overnight travel expenses covered for mandatory state testing travel.