Special Education (EC) Teacher

About the Role

Maureen Joy Charter School is seeking a joyful, passionate, creative, and dedicated Special Education Teacher (grades K-8) for the 2026-2027 school year. We are committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment that provides a rigorous academic program and a strong social-emotional foundation. Our school nurtures and challenges each student to grow academically, socially, and personally.

We seek educators who are committed to anti-racist principles and who reflect the diverse identities and backgrounds of our school community. You will work in a supportive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment that respects, affirms, and celebrates students’ differences.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of students, collaborate with stakeholders to develop high-quality IEPs, and measure progress toward set goals and objectives.
• Maintain EC files in strict compliance, ensuring timely annual reviews, progress reports, and reevaluations.
• Facilitate IEP meetings with families.
• Provide targeted and specially designed small group instruction and/or specialized instruction within the least restrictive learning environment (co-teaching), based on students' IEPs.
• Conduct frequent progress monitoring through formal and informal assessments, data collection, and student work products.
• Collaborate frequently with EC, ML, related services, and general education teammates to effectively meet students’ needs, including implementing necessary accommodations and/or modifications.
• Assist in various school duties, including arrival, lunch, dismissal, and recess as needed.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and professional development sessions.
• Engage in continuous professional growth to improve teaching and learning.
• Ensure compliance with school policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as clubs, sports, or after-school tutoring as needed.
• Take on auxiliary roles within the school to support overall student engagement and success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field.
• Valid teaching certification in Special Education.
• Experience in managing a caseload of students with unique needs, including developing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and facilitating IEP meetings.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain compliance with all legal and school requirements regarding EC documentation and processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with staff, families, and students.

Skills

• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex information to various audiences.
• Deep understanding of the diverse educational, social, and emotional needs of students with disabilities.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Experience managing the completion of projects with multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• A proven track record of fostering significant academic and personal growth in students with special needs.
• Experience in co-teaching and including students with disabilities in general education settings.

Benefits

• Make a profound impact on students’ lives by providing them with the tools and support needed to succeed both academically and personally.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment where professional growth is encouraged and facilitated.
• Engage with a community committed to continuous improvement and educational excellence.

You will report directly to the Assistant Principal of Student Support Services.