Special Education Teacher multi-site teacher

Job Description

Full‑Time Substitute Special Education Teacher is a state‑certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. The teacher will provide instruction, support, and guidance; manage the learning process; and focus on students’ individual needs as defined by each student’s Individualized Education Program. The teacher will obtain additional Special Education licenses in a minimum of three states, with up to five preferred, and will serve students across multiple schools on an approximate six‑ to twelve‑week rotating timeframe between schools.

Flexibility and a willingness to pivot is key!

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANYONE. By providing families with an online option for a high‑quality, personalized education experience, students can thrive, find their passion, and learn at their own pace. Passionate educators are needed at Stride K12; join our talented team and help deliver an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students.

Full‑time, 40+ hours per week. Requires a professional home office without distraction. The position may be performed in a time zone other than the employee’s residence.

• Make modifications and accommodations to Stride K12 lessons and assessments as specified by the IEP
• Ensure inclusion and success of students in the general‑education classroom
• Collect data and work samples to monitor student progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives
• Document all contact with parents and interventions with students
• Analyze student data to prescribe remediation and enrichment as needed
• Provide rich and engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences
• Commit to personalizing learning for all students
• Demonstrate belief in all students’ ability to succeed and meet high expectations
• Maintain grade book, ensuring academic integrity, placement and promotion decisions, alerting administrators to performance concerns
• Prepare students for high‑stakes standardized tests
• Establish and maintain positive rapport with families and communicate with students, learning coaches, and parents in a timely manner
• Support learning coaches/parents with curricular and instructional issues and troubleshoot in the virtual classroom as per academy policies
• Ensure all special‑education and related services are provided as determined by the IEP team by:
  • Communicating with parents and related‑service staff to ensure appropriate therapies
  • Developing progress reports and other state‑specific required documentation
  • Using provided resources to provide accommodations and modifications, including assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible text

• Bachelor’s degree
• Active State Special Education teaching license
• Clear required background check
• Additional Special Education licenses in a minimum of three states, with up to five preferred by first day of employment

• Collaborate with other teachers to interpret and produce numeric, tabular, and graphic representations of student data to drive instructional decisions
• Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators
• Embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and Power Point
• Rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Experience working with students across grade levels
• Experience supporting adults and children in technology use
• Experience teaching online (virtual) and/or in a brick‑and‑mortar environment
• Experience with online learning platforms

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