Special Education Teacher
About The Position
Rocketship Special Education Teachers, known as Education Specialists (Mild/Moderate Support Needs), help ensure students receive excellent, inclusive education. They work with students, families, general education teachers, and paraprofessionals to provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support aligned with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The school model prioritizes learning alongside peers in general education settings whenever possible, with specialists co-teaching and collaborating to implement accommodations and modifications. Education Specialists manage a caseload at one school and provide small-group, push-in, and pull-out instruction. They oversee IEP compliance with IDEA and state law and receive weekly coaching from school leaders, with additional coaching from a Special Education Program Specialist. They partner with families and staff on Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), using approaches such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The position reports to a Principal or Assistant Principal.
Requirements
- B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited institution.
- Valid Special Education teaching credential (Mild/Moderate or equivalent) in the state of employment, or eligibility to obtain the appropriate licensure as required by state law.
- Maintain active, good-standing credential status throughout employment with Rocketship.
- Hold a valid Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate Support Needs) credential, or be eligible for a Provisional Internship Permit (PIP) or Short-Term Staff Permit (STSP).
- For candidates using a PIP or STSP, have current CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or be willing to complete CPR certification before starting.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of experience working with children in special education, behavioral support, or related settings.
- Background or understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles.
- Knowledge of special education law, IDEA compliance, and effective inclusion practices.
- Growth-oriented and receptive to feedback, coaching, and professional development.
- Collaborative and interested in building case management expertise, coordinating services, writing compliant IEPs, and partnering with paraprofessionals, families, and general education teachers.
- Equity-driven and resilient, with a commitment to meaningful inclusion and closing opportunity gaps for students with disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Help students achieve rigorous IEP academic goals aligned with Common Core standards and Rocketship core content.
- Provide individualized and small-group instruction, along with push-in and pull-out support, to help students access grade-level content.
- Co-teach with general education teachers and support implementation of accommodations, modifications, and inclusion.
- Partner with paraprofessionals to provide consistent, high-quality student support across settings.
- Manage an IEP caseload in compliance with state regulations, IDEA, and state law.
- Draft and write compliant IEPs, facilitate IEP meetings, and maintain accurate records in the IEP system.
- Collaborate with psychologists and related service providers, such as speech and occupational therapy providers, to interpret assessments and coordinate appropriate services.
- Communicate with families and team members about IEP goals, accommodations, and student progress.
- Partner with students, families, and school staff to develop responsive behavioral supports, including BSPs and BIPs.
- Apply strategies, including ABA principles, to promote positive behavior and supportive learning environments.
- Build family partnerships through IEP meetings, regular communication, and home visits.
- Participate in weekly coaching, including in-the-moment classroom coaching, and ongoing professional development.
- Reflect on practice, take ownership of outcomes, and learn from successes and challenges.
- Collaborate with educators, paraprofessionals, related service providers, families, and school communities through meetings, conferences, and trainings.
- Maintain compliance with IDEA and state law and contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented staff culture.
Benefits
- Health and wellness benefits.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Flexible spending account (FSA).
- Generous paid time off.
- Eligibility for performance-based pay tied to student growth and impact.
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Job Type
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