Self-Contained SPED Instructional Coach (2026-27 SY)

About the role

The Self-Contained Special Education Instructional Coach at Jefferson RISE Charter School is responsible for improving outcomes for students with disabilities by developing highly effective self-contained special education teachers and paraprofessionals. This position reports to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and/or Executive Director.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and evaluate self-contained special education teachers and paraprofessionals.
  • Conduct weekly one-on-one coaching meetings with direct reports.
  • Observe classrooms regularly and provide actionable feedback aligned to the school’s instructional rubric and NIET evaluation framework.
  • Complete formal observations and evaluations in accordance with school timelines.
  • Develop individualized growth plans for teachers and paraprofessionals.
  • Serve as a model educator and demonstrate effective instructional practices.
  • Support retention and development of high-performing staff.
• Plan and facilitate weekly special education PLC meetings.
  • Lead analysis of student work, progress monitoring data, and instructional practices.
  • Develop action plans to address student learning gaps.
  • Design and facilitate professional development related to special education instruction and best practices.
  • Train teachers and paraprofessionals on accommodations, modifications, progress monitoring, and behavior supports.
  • Collaborate with the Instructional Leadership Team to plan and deliver schoolwide professional learning.
  • Lead summer professional development planning and facilitation.
• Ensure high-quality instruction in self-contained classrooms aligned to student needs and IEP goals.
  • Support teachers in lesson internalization, lesson planning, differentiation, and assessment design.
  • Monitor implementation of IEP accommodations, modifications, and services within classrooms.
  • Analyze student achievement data and progress monitoring data to inform instructional decisions.
  • Lead development and refinement of progress monitoring systems.
  • Support teachers in writing and implementing measurable IEP goals.
  • Aid in Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
  • Support communication with families regarding student progress and programming.
  • Cookordination with related service providers to ensure alignment between instruction and services.
  • Stay current on special education best practices and compliance expectations.
• Teach self-contained special education courses for approximately 50% of the instructional day.
  • Maintain exemplary classroom results and instructional practices.
  • Demonstrate strong student growth, progress monitoring outcomes, and high-quality student work.
• Support transition planning for students in self-contained programs.
  • Assist teachers in preparing students for post-secondary opportunities, employment, and independent living.
  • Help develop and expand community-based learning opportunities and partnerships with local organizations and businesses.
  • Support implementation of transition goals aligned to students’ IEPs.
• Participate in weekly Instructional Leadership Team meetings and leadership development.
  • Communicate effectively with families regarding student achievement and programming when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
  • Minimum of two years of successful classroom teaching experience, preferably in special education.
• Demonstrated record of improving student outcomes
  • Strong instructional planning, differentiation, and data-analysis skills.
  • Ability to coach, influence, and develop adult learners.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Preferred:
  • Master’s degree
  • Teaching certification (especially in special education)
  • Experience in self-contained special education settings
  • Experience leading PLCs, coaching teachers, or serving in a leadership role
  • Experience with IEP development, progress monitoring systems, FBAs, and BIPs

Benefits

All full-time employees receive the following employee-only coverage:

• Medical: RISE covers 85% of employee-only premiums; employee covers 15% (spouse and dependent costs are the employee's responsibility)
• Dental and Vision: 100% of employee-only premiums covered
• Short and Long-Term Disability: 100% of premiums covered
• 401(k): 100% employer match on first 3% deferred; 50% match on contributions from 3% to 5%; no vesting period