SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

State of Florida • CRAWFORDVILLE, FL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Special Education Teacher is to empower students with disabilities in a correctional facility by providing individualized special education services, developing and implementing IEPs, coordinating transition support, delivering specialized instruction, and maintaining professional certification to help students achieve their academic and personal potential. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college/university.
• Possess or be eligible to apply for a Temporary Florida Department of Corrections Educator’s Certificate or if applicable a temporary State of Florida Educator's Certificate.
• Pass the Exceptional Student Education (K12) Subject Area Exam within 12 months of hire.
• Pass a Level 2 background check.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants in possession of a master’s degree may be eligible for an additional salary incentive.
• Possession of a temporary or professional teaching certificate may be eligible for a one-time hiring bonus.

Responsibilities

• Providing special education services and teaching academic subjects to students with disabilities in a correctional facility.
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities, conducting IEP meetings, and maintaining meticulous documentation.
• Conducting transition planning, making referrals, and coordinating with institutional staff and external agencies to ensure seamless support.
• Delivering specialized instruction, assisting teachers with accommodations and modifications, and closely monitoring student progress.
• Participating in professional development activities and maintaining Professional Educator Certification with an Exceptional Student Education endorsement.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
• Tuition-Free college courses.
• Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan)
• Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan)
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop)
• Deferred Compensation

What This Job Offers

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