Special Education/Inclusion Teacher

Creative Minds International PCS•Columbia, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Creative Minds International Public Charter School (CMIPCS) is seeking a Special Education/Inclusion Teacher to support classroom teachers in delivering specialized instruction and providing direct services to students needing additional support. This role involves working within general education classrooms, in small groups, or one-on-one to maximize student learning. This is a school-year exempt position.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a background check
Excellent verbal/written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work well with the public
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member
Ability to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals, exhibit flexibility, and drive results
Adept at thinking strategically, translating plans into action, and exhibiting excellent judgment
Commitment to the success of each and every student
Bachelor's degree (Master’s degree in special education preferred)
Experience working with special needs students in an inclusive setting

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience in a public or private school, preferably in an urban setting
Knowledge of state requirements for special education
Experience in writing and monitoring IEPs and communicating with families and service providers to support students

Responsibilities

Provide an inviting, exciting, innovative, learning environment
Provide direct and indirect instruction to students with IEPs, as needed
Conduct long- and short-term planning with teachers and parents to address individual needs of students
Support classroom teachers in the implementation of IEP goals, design instructional supports by modifying/adapting curriculum, develop and implement behavior plans and provide instruction to students
Prepare quarterly individual student progress reports
Communicate with families regarding service delivery and progress
Encourage families’ involvement in students’ educational goals
Consult with the grade-level teaching team on a weekly basis to review student progress
Document and report student progress toward achievement of annual goals by collecting and interpreting data
Attend and participate in parent conferences and IEP meetings
Act as a resource to staff
Provide supervision and training to one-on-one Dedicated Aide working with students in the classroom
Participate in continued professional growth activities and required training to advance knowledge of effective instructional curriculum and methodologies for students with special needs
Perform other related duties as assigned
Provide engaging synchronous and asynchronous instruction for virtual instruction during COVID-19 related school closures
Communicate any challenges with classes and/or participation to supervisor as needed