Special Education Teacher

Overview

We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Special Education Teacher to join our team. As a Special Education Teacher, you will be responsible for providing specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities. You will work closely with students, parents, and other educators to ensure that individualized education plans (IEPs) are implemented effectively, and that students' needs are met both academically and emotionally.

• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities
• Assess students' skills and needs through formal and informal assessments
• Adapt instructional materials and strategies to meet the unique needs of students
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure inclusive instructional practices in the classroom
• Provide direct instruction and support to students, both individually and in small groups
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, adjusting instructional strategies as necessary
• Communicate regularly with parents and other stakeholders to discuss student performance and progress
• Attend IEP meetings and provide input on student goals, accommodations, and modifications
• Collaborate with support staff, therapists, and other professionals to coordinate services for students with special needs
• Stay current with best practices and research in special education

• Bachelor's degree or a related field in special education
• Strong knowledge of special education laws, policies, and procedures
• Experience working with students with diverse learning needs and disabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and other stakeholders
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with students with special needs

• Communication - Conveys information effectively and efficiently using verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills; has knowledge and flexibility to communicate across lines of difference.
• Scholar Orientation - Works to deepen understanding of scholars and centers the needs of scholars in all aspects of how the work is done.
• Adaptability - Adjusts and strategically aligns work to the school's mission while navigating complex and changing environments internally and externally.
• Strong work ethic with ability to work independently and in a team environment

We want you to be the best you can so you'll receive professional development, coaching, and the resources needed for you to succeed. An open, curious, and celebratory culture that embraces diversity as a leading asset and fosters equity and inclusion through affinity groups and continuous capacity building supported by our Racial, Justice, and Equity working group. Competitive market compensation, medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness plans, a 403b, and employee perks such as longevity bonus and pet insurance.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and as such, we do not discriminate against any team member or candidate because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Phoenix Charter Academy is committed to making any reasonable accommodations necessary to support an individual's employment.

The Network retains the right to modify this job description at any time, for any reason, at the Network's sole discretion.