Special Education Advisory Teacher - Inspire Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Boise, ID

1d•Remote

About The Position

Inspire Connections Academy is a tuition-free, online public charter school serving students in grades K-12 throughout Idaho. As part of the global learning company, Pearson, the school is authorized by the Idaho Charter School Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors. Operated by Inspire Academics, Inc., through a contract with Connections Education, LLC, the school is accredited by multiple organizations including Cognia Global Commission, North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, Northwest Accreditation Commission, and Southern Associates of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement. Inspire Connections Academy participates in the PERSI retirement system.

Requirements

Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
Hold a valid Idaho teaching endorsement. Preference for applicants holding the Idaho Exceptional Child Generalist (K-12) teaching endorsement
Reside in Idaho to apply
Strong technology skills (especially with Google Suite, Microsoft Windows, and MS Office programs)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Ability to analyze, develop, implement, and track intervention plans and strategies
High degree of flexibility, a track record as a team player, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing, field trips, and state testing events (may require overnight travel)
Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed, to support some families
Private workspace free from distraction, high-speed internet, and, if applicable, appropriate childcare arrangements for any dependent children that may be in the home during scheduled work hours (8-4 MST)
Two-step authentication is required to access all systems and may require the use of a personal device.

Responsibilities

Virtually manage students on an IEP from their home office in Idaho.
Consult regularly with case managers, general education teachers, school counselors, special education staff, learning coaches, parents, and students to ensure successful instructional program completion.
Track daily attendance, engagement, and participation of assigned homeroom students on an IEP (approximately 150 students).
Monitor grades, progress, and course completion across subject areas.
Identify at-risk students and coordinate interventions with content teachers, counselors, case managers, and administrators.
Serve as the point of contact for families and students regarding school procedures, concerns, and general support.
Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special needs to ensure IEP goals are met and needs are addressed promptly.
Conduct regular check-ins (phone calls, video meetings, emails, messaging platform) with students and families.
Maintain consistent documentation of outreach, interventions, and student status.
Lead weekly homeroom/advisory sessions.
Work closely with content teachers to ensure alignment on student progress and interventions.
Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with specific needs and potential learning issues.
Partner with school counselors, special education staff, and administrators to support the whole student.
Participate in professional development, team meetings, and schoolwide initiatives.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school's Learning Management System and special education software.
Maintain the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation, and procedures for the IEP process.
Schedule, organize, and conduct IEP-related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed.
Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations required by the IEP.
Perform all other duties as assigned.