EC Teacher - Self Contained

About the role

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools across four states. Founded in 1997 by Jonathan Hage, CSUSA’s mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. The organization delivers an academically rigorous education designed to prepare students for college or career, with a focus on closing achievement and opportunity gaps for students from every background. As an ESE Teacher, you will collaborate with parents, students, and general education teachers to promote student achievement while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts parent and student conferencing according to school policy.
• Delivers student instruction using modalities such as Individual or Group Direct Synchronous Instruction, Learning Support, Life Skills Support, Itinerant Support, Resource Room Support, co-teaching, lesson planning, telephone conferencing, and Parent Learning Opportunities.
• Collects data and appropriate work samples; plans and conducts appointments with parents as needed.
• Assists regular education teachers with specially designed instruction and inclusion plans.
• Acts as an informational liaison for inclusion and assists with training for inclusionary practices.
• Arranges and assists with training for inclusionary practices; models strategies for inclusion.
• Provides assistance with developing and adapting curriculum materials and educational practices to meet student and teacher needs.
• Collaborates with regular education teachers to monitor student progress and compliance, including withdrawals and testing accommodations.
• Proctors standardized tests and completes student progress reports quarterly.
• Maintains IEPs, quarterly reports, and progress monitoring for assigned caseload.
• Develops and implements IEPs with measurable goals using progress monitoring; collects and reports progress monitoring data.
• Conducts IEP meetings within required timelines and makes data-driven instructional decisions to improve outcomes.
• Completes reevaluations and maintains accurate, compliant special education data (class lists, contact info, related services, IEP due dates, etc.).
• Develops and monitors appropriate transition plans for students of transition age.
• Maintains communication with related service providers and case managers to ensure compliance with services and reporting.
• Administers diagnostic assessments as needed and maintains compliant special education student files.
• Participates in state-specific training and attends professional development as designated on the school calendar (travel may be required).
• Communicates with regular education teachers and administrators; participates in weekly team meetings.
• Acknowledges emails and voicemails within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
• State Certified in Special Education with Highly Qualified (HQ) status in assigned subject areas and grades.
• Certified in at least two areas of Exceptional Education, preferred.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background checks.
• Command of grade/subject-specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory, including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation, and feedback techniques.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
• Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.

Skills

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to the position and CSUSA’s mission; supports the company’s values in academic excellence, operational performance, culture, and financial health.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
• Sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and public image in unique situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism across all stakeholders.
• Proficient oral, written, interpersonal, and negotiation/influencing communication skills.
• Consistent attendance, punctuality, ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information Systems (SIS), and email communications.
• Commitment to quality improvement, accuracy, and thoroughness; strives to implement best practices and positive character education consistently.

Work Environment

Usual school working conditions; may be noisy during high student traffic.

Physical Demands

Light work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects. Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity; no physical exertion required.

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.