Special Education Math Teacher - Junior High (6-8)

Providence Hall Charter School•Herriman, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Providence Hall Junior High is seeking an enthusiastic and student-centered Special Education Math Teacher for grades 6-8. This role involves making mathematics accessible and achievable for learners with diverse needs. The position includes direct mathematics instruction, specially designed instruction, progress monitoring, collaboration, and IEP case management within a supportive special education team. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with middle school students and fostering their success in mathematics.

Requirements

Current Utah educator license with a Special Education license area/appropriate Mild/Moderate Support Needs credential, or ability to obtain appropriate Utah licensure.
Strong mathematics content knowledge and demonstrated ability to teach middle school mathematics to students with disabilities.
Knowledge of Utah mathematics standards, special education law and procedures, IEP development, progress monitoring, accommodations, and specially designed instruction.
Classroom experience, student teaching, or other relevant experience working with middle school students with a range of learning, behavioral, emotional, or physical support needs.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage instructional and compliance responsibilities effectively.
Positive, professional communication skills and the ability to collaborate with students, families, colleagues, and service providers.
Ability to remain calm, flexible, and solutions-focused in a fast-paced middle school environment.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, traverse school facilities, and lead students to safety in an emergency.
Must pass required education verification, background screening, and professional reference checks.

Nice To Haves

A Utah Special Education Mathematics endorsement is preferred.
Experience with Skyward and Google Workspace preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach engaging, standards-aligned mathematics to students in grades 6-8 receiving special education services, focusing on foundational skills, conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and mathematical confidence.
Plan and deliver specially designed instruction aligned with student IEP goals and Utah mathematics standards, using explicit instruction, scaffolds, accommodations, interventions, and evidence-based practices.
Use diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment data to identify learning needs, set appropriate goals, monitor student progress, and adjust instruction.
Develop, implement, monitor, and revise high-quality IEPs; schedule and facilitate IEP meetings collaboratively and within required timelines.
Collaborate with general education math teachers, paraeducators, parents/guardians, special educators, counselors, and related service providers to support student success.
Support students in developing executive-functioning, self-advocacy, social, adaptive, and positive behavior skills.
Provide guidance and direction to paraprofessionals supporting students in mathematics and other assigned settings.
Participate in grade-level, department, campus, and LEA meetings, professional learning, and school activities.
Contribute to a positive school culture by building strong relationships with students and maintaining high expectations with compassion, consistency, and accountability.
Complete other responsibilities reasonably related to the position as assigned.