Special Education Teacher

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

📋 Description

• Provide tailored instruction to students with special needs.

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

• Engage in all phases of the IEP process.

• Collaborate closely with teachers and special education professionals to ensure program effectiveness and adherence to federal and state regulations.

• Leverage technology to facilitate virtual instruction.

• Manage and offer instructional support, virtual teaching, and general strategies for a caseload of students needing direct and/or indirect services.

• Create, write, implement, and track IEPs and 504 plans.

• Monitor student progress, complete report cards, and hold parent conferences.

• Maintain regular communication with students’ IEP teams, parents/learning coaches, related service providers, and school personnel.

• Deliver direct services to students via web-conferencing software as necessary.

• Schedule, coordinate, and facilitate IEP-related meetings in a virtual setting.

• Contribute to the school’s Student Support Team.

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

• Support the organization and execution of paperwork, documentation, and procedures for the IEP process.

• Help coordinate related service providers as required by IEPs.

• Keep accurate and current data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software.

• Aid in administering state testing and arranging special adaptations mandated by IEPs.

• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Candidates must possess an Ohio Certification to be eligible.

• Applicants must live within 30 miles of an Ohio border.

• A valid Ohio Special Education Certificate is required.

• A degree in Special Education or a related Educational Field is necessary.

• Successful completion of background checks or clearances, including the Child Abuse History Clearance, is essential.

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

• Proficient technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite, are required.

• Exceptional communication abilities, both verbal and written, are a must.

• Highly organized and punctual individuals are sought.

• A customer-centric approach is essential.

• High levels of flexibility and adaptability are necessary.

• Proven capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is required.

• A history of being a team player is important.

• Willingness to travel for marketing, state testing, and other school events, including potential overnight trips, is required.

• Ability to work effectively in a remote setting is essential.

• Must be equipped to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

🏝️ Benefits

• Benefits available to eligible employees can be viewed at Career Benefits - Connections Academy.

• Full-time employment opportunities.

• Work from home in a home office located in Ohio.

• Remote work arrangement available.

• Occasional overnight travel may be necessary for marketing, state testing, and other school events.