ESE Teacher - The Charter School at Waterstone

Charter School Associates Inc•Homestead, FL

About The Position

The ESE Teacher reports directly to the Administration and creates an effective, supportive classroom that promotes student achievement, mutual respect, openness, and inquiry. The teacher designs and delivers grade-level-appropriate learning experiences through active learning, hands-on application, and discussion, using formal and informal assessments to monitor progress, adjust instruction, and guide continuous improvement. The role includes developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), delivering differentiated instruction aligned with state standards and IEP goals, and using evidence-based practices to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. The teacher maintains progress records and required documentation, participates in eligibility and re-evaluation meetings, and collaborates with teachers, therapists, support staff, students’ families, and school administration. The teacher establishes a structured and safe learning environment, implements positive behavior supports and Behavior Intervention Plans when applicable, and promotes student independence and self-advocacy. The position also involves maintaining digital gradebooks, communicating with parents and guardians, supporting inclusive practices, overseeing paraprofessionals and volunteers when applicable, complying with special education requirements and school policies, and participating in professional development, staff committees, and school-wide initiatives. The teacher also leads staff professional development on ESE-related topics and provides resources and training on accommodations, modifications, instructional strategies, compliance, and inclusion.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education, or a BS in Education.
Florida certification in ESE.
Florida certification in K–6 Elementary Education.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of IEP experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to students’ needs.
Deliver differentiated instruction aligned with state standards and IEP goals in general education and/or ESE settings.
Use evidence-based strategies to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
Conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress.
Maintain accurate records of student performance and IEP goal attainment, including digital gradebooks.
Participate in eligibility and re-evaluation meetings.
Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, and support staff to promote inclusive practices.
Support school staff in implementing evidence-based strategies in general education classrooms.
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress and concerns, and serve as a liaison between families and school personnel.
Create a structured, supportive, safe, and organized learning environment and maintain classroom order.
Assist the school team with Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students on the teacher’s caseload, if applicable.
Implement BIPs and positive behavior supports, and promote student independence and self-advocacy.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district special education regulations; maintain confidentiality of student records and information.
Prepare and submit required documentation accurately and on time as requested by the District and ESE Director, and follow procedures established by the ESE Director.
Participate in professional development, meetings, staff committees, and school-wide initiatives, and stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and instructional strategies.
Host professional development sessions for school staff on ESE-related topics and provide training and resources on accommodations, modifications, instructional strategies, compliance, and inclusive practices.
Develop shared lesson plans and measurable student achievement goals with colleagues.
Take precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities, assist administration in implementing school policies, and oversee paraprofessionals and volunteers when applicable.