Special Education Teacher - Great River Connections Academy
About The Position
Great River Connections Academy (GRCA) is a tuition-free public online eSchool serving students in grades K–12 throughout Ohio. The school is authorized by the Ohio Council of Community Schools, governed by an independent Board of Directors, and operated through a contract with Connections Academy of Ohio, LLC. Connections Academy is a division of Connections Education and is accredited by AdvancED. The Special Education Teacher delivers specially designed instruction and virtually manages instructional programs for students with special needs from a home office in Ohio. The role participates in all steps of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and works with teachers and special education professionals to support the program and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations. Technology is used to provide virtual instruction. Applicants must hold an Ohio certification and reside within 30 miles of an Ohio border. The teacher manages a caseload, provides instructional guidance and direct or indirect services, develops and monitors IEPs and 504 plans, tracks student progress, communicates with families and school staff, and coordinates IEP-related meetings and services. The role also supports the Student Support Team, documentation and state testing, and maintains records in the school’s learning management and special education systems.
Requirements
- Valid Ohio Special Education Certificate.
- Degree in Special Education or a related education field.
- Successful background checks or clearances, including the Child Abuse History Clearance.
- Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education.
- Strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Highly organized and punctual.
- Customer-centric approach.
- High degree of flexibility and agility.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
- Track record as a team player.
- Willingness to travel for marketing, state testing, and other school events; occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Ability to work effectively remotely.
- Ability to use a personal electronic device and email address for two-step authentication.
- Must reside within 30 miles of an Ohio border.
Responsibilities
- Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching, and general strategies for a caseload of students requiring direct and/or indirect services.
- Develop, write, implement, and monitor IEPs and 504 plans.
- Monitor student progress, complete report cards, and conduct parent conferences.
- Communicate regularly with students’ IEP teams, including parents or learning coaches, related service providers, and school staff, to support IEP goals and address student needs in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Provide direct services to students, including through web-conferencing software, as needed.
- Schedule, organize, and conduct IEP-related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed.
- Participate in the school’s Student Support Team and help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for students.
- Assist with organizing and properly implementing paperwork, documentation, and procedures for the IEP process.
- Assist with coordinating related service providers as mandated by students’ IEPs.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software.
- Assist with administering state testing and coordinate adaptations required by students’ IEPs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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