Substitute Teacher – Special Education

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

📋 Description

• Working from your secure and distraction-free home office, certified Special Education Substitutes will provide virtual support for the learning program to students in Connections Academy schools nationwide.

• Engage regularly with students, Learning Coaches, and school personnel to ensure that each child successfully completes their instructional program.

• Participate in all phases of the IEP process, from data analysis to the delivery and monitoring of the IEP, depending on the assigned school.

• Collaborate closely with teachers and school professionals to ensure the success of the assigned school’s special education program while adhering to federal and state regulations.

• Utilize the online classroom (LiveLesson) to conduct virtual small group or individual instruction.

• Serve as the teacher of record at various Connections Academy schools during short- or long-term absences or vacancies, typically lasting between 2-20 weeks, with an average assignment duration of 8-12 weeks.

• When assigned, be available online for students, parents, and school staff Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the school's time zone to: communicate regularly with parents, students, and other teachers to develop and update individualized learning plans, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional strategies, monitor assignment completion, and verify student learning.

• Complete grading, generate progress reports, and conduct parent conferences promptly as instructed by the school.

• Enhance the instructional program through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions (LiveLessons).

• Collaborate with a team of teachers to ensure that all students on the team’s caseload are progressing successfully through the program.

• Case manage a group of students, writing and delivering IEPs, and providing direct services as directed by the school.

• Work in conjunction with general education teachers to ensure that IEP goals and accommodations are met, providing students with a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

• Assist students and parents with alternative instructional strategies, and support daily assignments and projects.

• Maintain up-to-date student records and data, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and student logs.

• When not on assignment, actively monitor email to stay informed of upcoming assignments and important updates from Substitute Services.

• Meet at least monthly with an assigned Substitute Services supervisor via video conferencing software, regardless of assignment status.

• Complete required professional learning tailored to individual needs throughout the year.

• Maintain active certifications.

⛳️ Requirements

• Special education substitutes must be highly qualified and possess a valid and active full state teaching certification in special education.

• Experience in special education instruction is preferred.

• Multiple state certifications are a plus.

• Ability to obtain certification in additional states as needed.

• Ability to secure additional clearances as requested.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required.

• Must maintain a dedicated, distraction-free home working environment for all business activities.

• When on assignment, must be available Monday through Friday during assigned school hours (typically 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the school's time zone).

• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.

• Ability to write and monitor IEP plans and a willingness to learn to do so using various software.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment that demands significant flexibility, effective prioritization of tasks, self-direction, and creativity.

• Understanding of IEP/504 plans and their implementation in a virtual setting.

• Excellent attention to detail, along with strong time management and organizational skills.

• Proven commitment to student achievement.

• Strong technology skills, with experience in learning management systems, Microsoft Office, and Google Apps preferred.

• Reliable, high-speed internet access is a must.

• A computer equipped with Microsoft OS and Microsoft Office is required (PC preferred).

• A customer-focused approach and a proven track record as a team player.

• Must not provide care for others during normal school hours while on assignment; alternative care arrangements must be made.

• Must not hold another job during normal school hours while on assignment.

• Complete required orientation and training programs within 30 days of hire and at the beginning of each school year.

• Please note that a two-step authentication process is required for logging into all systems if a job offer is extended.

🏝️ Benefits

• No benefits.