Special Education Teacher - $2,500 Sign-on Bonus!

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education•Columbus, GA

About The Position

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher for its K–12 special education program. The teacher leads instruction for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), designing personalized learning experiences in a learning center and/or classroom. The role delivers targeted instruction, uses curriculum resources and educational software, and creates lesson plans and schedules tailored to students’ physical, emotional, and educational needs while aligning with state and school standards. The position supports students with diverse learning needs in a collaborative educational environment. The teacher works with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and instructional staff to promote student growth, implement behavior supports, and develop and carry out individualized education plans. The role also includes maintaining student records, classroom resources, and a safe, welcoming learning environment, while pursuing ongoing professional growth. ChanceLight is a provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. It operates specialized program centers and partners with more than 235 school districts nationwide to provide instructional and behavioral services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, special education, or a closely related field.
Currently licensed or in the process of obtaining a valid Georgia state teaching credential.
Currently licensed or in the process of obtaining a valid Georgia state special education instruction credential.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
Prior experience and/or high skill in effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and personalized learning; preferably in an alternative, special education, and/or behavioral health program.
Prior experience and/or knowledge of special education services and compliance, particularly for students with severe learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/or related disabilities.
Prior experience and/or strong knowledge of working with students with IEPs.
Demonstrated success developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs at various levels.
Ability to motivate students and have critical conversations that help them move toward realistic goals.
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Knowledge of relevant technology, including instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment.

Responsibilities

Create an inclusive, collaborative environment involving students, parents, colleagues, and administrators in the educational process.
Establish a classroom climate based on mutual respect, fairness, clear expectations, social development, personal accountability, and positive group interactions, modeling Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
Implement and reinforce school-wide and classroom-specific PBIS strategies, behavior expectations, reward systems, and appropriate consequences.
Track and document student progress, maintain accurate student files, and prepare reports detailing student achievements and activities.
Deliver differentiated and targeted instruction, individually or in a co-teaching environment, to meet IEP-specified educational goals.
Adapt and modify curriculum and instructional approaches for diverse learning styles and capabilities, and guide instructional staff on differentiation methods.
Use varied instructional methods, resources, and educational software to support students’ needs and interests.
Manage student caseloads, including developing, updating, and implementing IEPs, goals, and interventions.
Prepare daily lesson plans and organize instructional materials aligned with curriculum standards and individual student objectives.
Maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom and manage supplies, furniture, and resources according to established procedures.
Stay informed about research-based instructional practices, trends, and developments in special education and subject-specific areas.
Respond constructively to formal evaluation and informal observation feedback and pursue ongoing professional growth.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the school community and educational program.