Teacher, Alternative Education

Ombudsman Educational Services, a Chance Light Education brand, seeks a Teacher for our alternative education program serving middle and high school students. You will deliver standards-based, credit-bearing instruction in a small, structured setting for students who have dropped out, are at risk, or need a nontraditional environment. Responsibilities include planning personalized lessons, managing behavior, tracking progress, supporting IEPs, and collaborating with district partners.

Join a mission-driven team focused on safe, supportive, student-centered learning and helping every learner progress toward graduation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-based, credit-bearing instruction for alternative education middle and high school students.
• Create individualized learning plans and adjust instruction to meet diverse academic and behavioral needs.
• Implement effective classroom and behavior management strategies in a safe, structured environment.
• Assess student progress using formative and summative assessments and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with school districts, counselors, and support staff to align goals and services.
• Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and district partners regarding student progress.
• Support IEP implementation and accommodations in collaboration with special education teams.
• Use instructional technology and digital tools to support personalized learning.
• Participate in professional development focused on at-risk youth, behavior support, and trauma-informed practices.
• Contribute to a student-centered, mission-driven school culture focused on graduation and life success.

Required Skills

• Classroom management
• Lesson planning
• Differentiated instruction
• Special education strategies
• Behavior management
• Student assessment
• Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) support
• Instructional technology
• Parent and stakeholder communication
• Data-driven instruction