Special Education Teacher

Starting Salary: $63,000 – $90,000 / year based on experience PLUS $10,000 Sign‑on Bonus! 📚

Environment:
Special Education Program, Grades 3‑12

Chance Light is a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope. We provide alternative and special education programs for children and young adults across 235 school districts nationwide.

We are seeking a Special Education Teacher to lead instruction for students Grades 3‑12 with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Your role includes delivering targeted instruction, utilizing innovative curriculum resources, integrating educational software, and creating comprehensive lesson plans tailored to the diverse physical, emotional, and educational needs of each student.

• Creating an inclusive, collaborative environment that actively involves students, parents, colleagues, and administrators in the educational process.
• Establishing a classroom climate built on mutual respect, fairness, and clear expectations, emphasizing social development, personal accountability, and positive group interactions by modeling PBIS.
• Implementing and reinforcing PBIS strategies, behavior expectations, reward systems, and appropriate consequences.
• Tracking and documenting student progress, maintaining accurate student files, and generating comprehensive reports.
• Delivering differentiated and targeted instruction individually or collaboratively in a co‑teaching environment.
• Adapting and modifying curricular content and instructional approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles and capabilities.
• Utilizing varied instructional methods, resources, and educational software to support diverse student needs.
• Managing student caseload responsibilities, including developing, updating, and implementing IEPs, goals, and interventions.
• Preparing detailed daily lesson plans and organizing instructional materials that align with curriculum standards.
• Maintaining an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Staying informed on current research‑based instructional practices and trends in special education.
• Responding to feedback from formal evaluations and observations, pursuing ongoing professional growth.
• Supporting the school community by performing additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, special education, or a closely related field.
• Licensed or in the process of obtaining a valid state teaching credential.
• Licensed or in the process of obtaining a special education instruction credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company‑approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience with curriculum development, differentiation, and instruction, preferably in an alternative or special education setting.
• Experience and knowledge in special education services and compliance, especially for students with learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, or related disabilities.
• Experience managing students with individualized education plans.
• Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs.
• Proficiency in motivating students and engaging in critical conversations toward realistic goals.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to think and act calmly in emergencies and make independent decisions.
• Knowledge of relevant technology, including instructional technology, Microsoft Office, database entry, and basic office equipment.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Free Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
• Free Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
• Company‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Company‑Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Personal Protection Insurance Plans
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
• Legal Services Insurance
• Pet Health Insurance
• Accrual‑Based Paid Time Off
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
• 401k Retirement Saving Plan
• Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development
• And so much more!

Join us to empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence, and unlock their full potential. Apply today and transform lives through education!