Special Education Teacher - K-5

Great Hearts Academies • Live Oak, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• 1-2 years of special education experience.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Lesson planning for learning activities that align with individual student IEP goals (e.g. Specially Designed Instruction)
• Teaching subject(s) and lessons to students receiving special education and related services.
• Monitor and track student progress
• Providing direct and consultative services to students with IEPs in the school environment
• Collaborating with related service providers and assisting general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
• Writing and maintaining all IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Planning and facilitating committee meetings throughout the special education process, as well as leading ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
• Facilitating the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level