Special Education Teacher (2026-2027)

About the role

Discovery Flex is a hybrid virtual charter school authorized by the BESE and part of the Discovery Schools Charter Management Organization. We are opening in the August 2024-25 school year, starting with grades 5th through 8th, and will expand to grades K - 12th at full capacity in the future. Discovery Flex is seeking a Special Education Teacher (grades 5th-11th) to join our dynamic team for the 2025-2026 school year.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, asynchronous lessons aligned to the curriculum and Louisiana Student Standards
• Create a positive and inclusive virtual hybrid learning environment
• Differentiate and modify instruction to meet the needs of each individual student
• Provide asynchronous instruction daily, while providing differentiated synchronous learning experiences to promote student mastery
• Audit and analyze student data frequently
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to create a cohesive learning environment for students
• Utilize technology and other resources to enhance student engagement through mastery of content
• Consult with students/learning coaches/parents/guardians to provide targeted guidance and support toward individual student goals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Valid teaching certification/license in Special Education (preferred)
• Valid teaching certification/license (certifications in Gifted Instruction, ESL, and/or Reading Specialist are desired)
• Experience working with middle school students with exceptionalities in a classroom setting (3+ years preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Special Education instructional strategies such as differentiated instruction, modification of curriculum and assessments, and implementation of student accommodations
• Experience with IEP development and implementation is essential
• Knowledge of RTI, BIP, and current legal policy in regard to SPED is required
• Knowledge of LEAP 2025 assessments and Louisiana Student Standards (preferred)

Qualifications

• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
• Previous experience teaching students in a virtual classroom environment

Skills

• Expertise in IEP development and implementation
• Knowledge of RTI, MTSS, BIP, and current legal policy in regard to SPED

Benefits

• Hybrid virtual learning experience
• Student-centered approach to education
• Opportunity to work with a diverse student population
• Part of a growing charter management organization

Pay

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience

Schedule

• Hybrid schedule with both online and in-person components