Charter Schools USA-posted 4 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Lake Charles, LA
Educational Services

To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life ™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As a Special Education Teacher, you will work in partnership with parents, students, and regular education teachers in accordance with the school's mission and vision in order to promote student achievement. The following responsibilities and duties are the means to achieve that end while maintaining compliance with Federal and State Regulations.

  • Prepares for and conducts Parent and student conferencing according to school policy.
  • Delivers student instruction in modalities instituted by school and assigned program.
  • Collects data and appropriate work samples.
  • Plans and conducts appointments with parents as needed.
  • Assists regular education teachers with specially designed instruction when necessary.
  • Participates at monthly outings encouraged.
  • Provides support for ESE student achievement in the general class through training teachers and assisting with implementation of school inclusion plans.
  • Arranges for and assists with training for inclusionary practices.
  • Acts as informational liaison for inclusion as appropriate.
  • Assists with planning for classroom and testing accommodations for students with disabilities.
  • Models strategies for inclusionary practices as appropriate.
  • Provides assistance with developing and adapting curriculum materials and educational practices to meet the needs of students and teachers.
  • Collaborates with regular education teachers to monitor student progress and compliance.
  • Proctors standardized tests.
  • Completes student progress reports four times a year.
  • Maintains IEPs, Quarterly Reports, Progress Monitoring for caseload.
  • Develops and Implements IEPs with measurable goals using Progress Monitoring.
  • Collects and Reports Progress Monitoring Data for all student goals.
  • Conduct IEP meetings within timelines.
  • Makes data-driven instructional decisions to improve student outcomes.
  • Completes Quarterly Progress Reports.
  • Maintains accurate and compliant special education data.
  • Completes reevaluations in accordance with Regulations and best practice.
  • Completes all special education paperwork accurately, according to regulations, and on time.
  • Develops and monitors appropriate transition plans for students of transition age.
  • Maintains communication with Related Service Providers and Case Managers.
  • Administers diagnostic assessments as needed.
  • Obtains and maintains compliant special education student files.
  • Participates in State specific training.
  • Attends Professional Development as designated on school calendar.
  • Communicates with Regular Education Teachers and Administrators when necessary.
  • Participates in weekly team meetings.
  • Acknowledge e-mails and voice mails within 24 hours.
  • Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
  • State Certified in Special Education as well as Highly Qualified (HQ) status in the subject areas and grades assigned.
  • Certified in at least two areas of Exceptional Education, preferred.
  • Successful results of criminal and employment background check.
  • Command of grades/subject specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory.
  • Minimum of three (3) years successful teaching experience.
  • Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
  • Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
  • Possesses strong time management & organizational skills.
  • Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Possesses excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Possesses excellent communication skills: Oral, Written, Interpersonal, Negotiating and Influencing.
  • Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications.
  • Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
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