Special Education Teacher 2026-2027

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the State Department of Education.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations and differentiation for student learning styles.
• Collaborate with other members of staff for planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and best practices according to district requirements.
• Design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, assessment, activities, materials, and technology that reflect accommodations for individual needs of students assigned.
• Work cooperatively with Students Support Coordinator to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Absorb responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Create and implement behavior management plans and behavioral goals.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, school leaders, and teachers.
• Communicate effectively using appropriate and effective techniques for engaging parents and the community.
• Engage in and implement new learning from professional development activities correlated with teaching assignment and with school and state goals.
• Manage student support services, including the coordination of Response to Intervention program, management of 504 plans and SPED programming, and aiding teachers in improving their instructional practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Mississippi Teacher License with Special Education Certification required
• A Minimum Of 2 Years Teaching Experience Required
• Strong computer skills, including Google Suite
• Experience working with under-resourced communities, families, and/or students
• Demonstrated success in building relationships and trust with leaders, teachers, parents, and community
• Experience in managing and influencing teams and individuals to meet specific and strategic outcomes
• Proven written & verbal communication skills with all levels of management, internal & external to the district

Compensation

• Teachers may qualify for a performance bonus of up to $5000
• Medical and dental insurance packages available
• Option to contribute to retirement plans
• Relocation assistance (must qualify)

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience
• Ambition Preparatory Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy or veteran status