Special Education Teacher - Ohio Bridge Connections Academy
About The Position
Ohio Bridge Connections Academy (OHBCA) is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a full-time, tuition-free online position serving students aged 14-21 across Ohio. The teacher will deliver specially designed instruction, manage instructional programs for students with special needs, and participate in all steps of the IEP process. The role involves working closely with other teachers and special education professionals to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and utilizing technology for virtual instruction. Applicants must have an Ohio Certification and reside within 30 miles of an Ohio border, working from a home office in Ohio.
Requirements
- Must have a valid Ohio Special Education Certificate
- Degree in Special Education or 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 communication skills, both oral and written
- Highly organized and punctual
- Customer-centric
- High degree of flexibility and agility
- Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
- Team player track record
- Willingness to travel for marketing, state testing and other school events (may require occasional overnight travel)
- Ability to effectively work remotely
- Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication
Nice To Haves
- Applicant must reside within 30 miles from 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 student’s IEP team, including; parents/learning coaches, related service providers, and other school staff to ensure their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion
- Provide direct services to students, including services delivered 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; help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students
- Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process
- Assist with the coordination of related service providers as mandated by their IEPs
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software
- Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations that are required based on the IEP
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at Career Benefits - Connections Academy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
