Special Education Teacher in Training at Emerson Academy

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their individual education plan (IEP) and/or their 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team.
• Support can be provided for 1:1 or in small groups.
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction specially designed to meet the unique needs of each student resulting from his/her disability such as resource room, inclusion and/or pullout services.
• Attend professional development, specialized training and IEP meetings with special education team and parents as required.
• Assist with the required compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Hold a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA).
• Willingness to enroll in an alternative certification program.
• Willingness to take (and pass) state examinations for licensure.

Why Choose Emerson Academy of Dayton

• Starting pay above market scales.
• Experienced leadership team.
• Outperforming local districts on state tests.
• High level of support for all staff.
• Safe learning environment with external and internal cameras.
• High parent involvement.
• Behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).
• Dean support model.

Overview

The Special Education Teacher in Training role provides a structured pathway to becoming a licensed Special Education Teacher. For your first ninety (90) days, you will work as a Special Education Paraprofessional while partnering closely with an experienced Special Education Teacher. Once licensure is obtained, you will transition from the Paraprofessional role into a full-salaried Special Education Teacher position.

Benefits

This 2026-27 School Year role is eligible for a signing bonus up to $5,000.