26/27 Special Education Teacher

Phalen Leadership Academies • Merrillville, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) seeks a passionate and devoted Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction that meets the unique needs of students with disabilities. The teacher provides appropriate accommodations to the curriculum, identifies individual student needs, creates a supportive and effective learning environment, and ensures scholars have the resources needed to meet academic expectations.

The role includes assessing student needs and progress, developing individualized education plans (IEPs), planning and delivering engaging lessons for individuals and small groups, and adapting instruction as needed. The teacher collaborates with classroom and homeroom teachers to support students and ensure plans are followed.

The position is at Higher Institute of Arts and Technology (HIAT), a K–8 charter school in Merrillville, Indiana serving more than 200 students. HIAT focuses on arts and technology and encourages scholars to reach their maximum potential. PLA is an education nonprofit operating schools and offering additional learning, intervention, and workforce development programs across its network.

Requirements

• A passion for working with students and families in underserved communities.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education from an accredited college or university, with appropriate endorsements if applicable.
• Valid state teacher license or enrollment in a credentialing program.
• Effective pedagogical skills driven by standards and data-driven assessment.
• Experience tracking and using data to drive instruction.
• Organizational and technology skills to encourage scholar engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adapt individualized teaching methods suitable for each scholar.
• Conduct assessments and observations to identify areas where students may need additional or modified educational services, including academic performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Identify student needs and develop related lesson and teaching plans.
• Develop individualized education plans (IEPs), set learning goals, and make modifications as necessary; plan and organize activities and lessons according to each student's abilities.
• Develop and teach engaging lessons for small groups and individual students while meeting IEP and 504 plan specifications.
• Implement IEPs, conduct ongoing or follow-up assessments, track progress, and modify plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with classroom and homeroom teachers to ensure student needs are met and plans are followed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a market-aligned base salary.
• Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance.
• Professional development opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and participation in professional communities within the school.
• Incentive and bonus opportunities.
• Career advancement and expanded income opportunities through PLA network programs.

What This Job Offers

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