Special Education Teacher - Minnesota Connections Academy

Position Summary And Responsibilities

The Special Education Teacher will deliver specially designed instruction, manage instructional programs for students with special needs, and participate in the IEP process. They will also communicate regularly with the IEP team, including parents/learning coaches, related service providers, and other school staff.

Key Responsibilities Of The Special Education Teacher

• Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching and general strategies for a caseload of students requiring direct and/or indirect services;
• Develop, write, implement, and monitor IEPs and 504 plans;
• Monitor student progress, complete report cards and conduct parent conferences;
• Communicate regularly with student’s IEP team, including parents/learning coaches, related service providers, and other school staff to ensure their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion;
• Provide direct services to students, including services delivered through web-conferencing software, as needed;
• Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed;
• Participate in the school’s Student Support Team; help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students;
• Aid, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process;
• Aid with the coordination of related service providers as mandated by their IEPs;
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software;
• Aid with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations that are required based on the IEP;
• Other duties as assigned.

Capabilities

• Customer Centric – Acts with a strong customer mindset (both internal and external) and is a visible advocate for the customer. Builds strong relationships with school staff, students and families and uses those to improve their experience and outcomes.
• Communications - A great communicator who engages teams and stakeholders with thoughtful delivery and messages that resonate. Confident Public Speaker. Produces high-quality written communications.
• Works well in a matrix - Models collaboration, solves problems efficiently and constructively with peers, builds trust and support. Agile and flexible in day-to-day operations and duties. Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment
• Takes personal responsibility – Can be relied on to complete tasks timely and well, demonstrates “ownership” regardless of the outcome, proactive in exploring and exploiting new opportunities. Shows a commitment to goal-directed management and accountability

Requirements

• Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
• Valid Minnesota PK-12 Special Education certificate
• Successful background checks or clearances, including the Child Abuse History Clearance
• Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Customer-centric
• High degree of flexibility and agility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Willingness to travel for marketing, state testing and other school events (may require occasional overnight travel)
• Ability to effectively work remotely
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication

Benefits

Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits.

School Summary

Minnesota Connections Academy (MNCA) is a tuition-free, online public charter school for students in grades K-12 throughout Minnesota. MNCA is a member of the Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS), a K-12 academic community. MNCA is a state-approved online program operated through a contract with Connections Academy of Minnesota, LLC, to provide the educational program and other services. MNCA is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, an accrediting division of AdvancED.

Pay

The anticipated starting salary for Minnesota-based individuals expressing interest in this position begins at $42,000-$57,000 per year.

Schedule

Not specified.