Special Education Teacher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina, +4 more locations.

📋 Description

• Provide targeted course content within an online setting

• Offer instruction, assistance, and guidance tailored to meet students' specific IEP requirements

• Engage with parents and related service personnel regarding student therapies

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

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

• Implement accommodations and modifications utilizing assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible materials

• Adjust Stride K12 lessons and assessments in alignment with IEPs

• Ensure student inclusion and success within general education settings

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

• Record parent communications and student interventions

• Analyze student data to recommend remediation and enrichment strategies

• Deliver both synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities

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

• Prepare students for high-stakes standardized assessments

• Foster positive relationships and timely communication with families, students, and learning coaches/parents

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

• Travel for professional development, student assessments, and other school-related obligations

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required

• Valid Special Education Teaching Certification from the appropriate state Department of Education

• Current state teaching license

• Ability to pass the necessary background check

• Preference for residents of North Carolina or South Carolina; candidates from neighboring states (GA, TN, VA) may also be considered

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

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

• Competence in collaborating with fellow educators and utilizing student data to inform instructional decisions

• Open to receiving regular coaching from administrators

• Willingness to adapt to change

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

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

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time

• Experience with the proposed age group is preferred

• Experience assisting both adults and children with technology is preferred

• Teaching experience in an online or traditional classroom setting is preferred

• Familiarity with an online learning platform is preferred

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligible employees may qualify for a bonus

• Health benefits are provided

• Retirement contributions are available

• Paid time off is offered

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available

• Opportunities for face-to-face professional development