Special Education Teacher - K-5

Position Summary

Great Hearts Academies is dedicated to serving students with special education needs by providing support that respects their dignity and full participation in the broader student community. The Special Education team employs various models like consultation, resource, and inclusion to assist students while maximizing their time in general classrooms.

SPED Teacher Roles And Responsibilities

• Lesson planning for learning activities aligned with individual student IEP goals (Specially Designed Instruction)
• Teaching subject(s) and lessons to students receiving special education and related services
• Monitor and track student progress
• Providing direct and consultative services to students with IEPs in the school environment
• Collaborating with related service providers and assisting general education staff in implementing accommodations and modifications
• Writing and maintaining all IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Planning and facilitating committee meetings throughout the special education process, as well as leading ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress
• Facilitating the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services

Required/Preferred Education

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

Required/Preferred Experience

1-2 years of special education experience

Required/Preferred Skills

• Certifications: SPED certification provision or standard to include, AZ Mild to Moderate, K-12 Cross-Categorical SPED. Certifications in specific learning disabilities such as, Moderate/Severe Disabilities K-12, or Intern/Alternative may be accepted.

Physical Functions

Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty

• Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
• Texas Teacher Retirement System
• Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, including great books seminars with academy colleagues, leadership and special education coursework/pathways, and reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.