Special Education Teacher - Idaho Virtual Academy
Idaho Virtual Academy •Online / Remote •Special Education •Secondary •Full Time •Apply no later than 10/15/2024•Posted 7D ago
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Job DescriptionCertificates and Licenses: Idaho Special Education CertificateResidency Requirement: IdahoK12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Idaho Virtual Academy (IDVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!The mission of Idaho Virtual Academy (IDVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!The Special Education Teacher is a state certified teacher responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment. The Special Education Teacher must provide instruction, support, and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students’ individual needs as defined by each student’s Individualized Education Program. The Special Education Teacher works actively with students and parents to advance each student’s learning and is also responsible for the compliance documents required in serving students with special needs.This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties.Ensure all special education and related services are provided as determined by the IEP team by:Communicating with parents and applicable related service staff to ensure that students with special needs are receiving the appropriate therapiesDeveloping compliant IEP’s, progress reports and other state specific required special education documentationFacilitating and leading collaborative special education meetings such as annual IEP meetingsUsing provided resources to ensure accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities such as assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible textMake modifications and accommodations to Stride K12 lessons and assessments as specified by the IEPEnsure inclusion and success of student in the general education classroomCollect data and work samples to monitor student progress towards Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and objectivesDocument all contact with parents and interventions with studentsAnalyze student data to prescribe remediation and enrichment as neededProvide rich and engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences for studentsCommitment to personalizing learning for all studentsDemonstrate a belief in all students’ ability to succeed and meet high expectationsMaintain grade book ensuring student academic integrity, makes student placement and promotion decisions, and alerts administrators to concerns about student performance and progressPrepare students for high stakes standardized testsUnderstand that a primary responsibility is to establish and maintain positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with and responds to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely mannerSupport learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues, as well as basic troubleshooting in a virtual classroom environment that is in line with academy policies and proceduresAbility to travel up to 20% of the time for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and/or as required by the school.Minimum Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree ANDActive State Special Education teaching license ANDSix (6) months of student teaching experience ANDAbility to clear required background check(s)OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers to interpret and produce numeric, tabular, and graphic representations of student data, and use it to drive instructional decisionsReceptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administratorsAbility to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomesProficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word; PowerPointAbility to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platformsStrong written/verbal communication skillsDESIRED Qualifications:Experience working with the proposed age groupExperience supporting adults and children in the use of technologyExperience teaching online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environmentExperience with online learning platformWork Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position is virtualFull timeThis position is a Board employee position. The successful candidate will be a state employee and eligible for state retirement (PERSI) benefits.Interested and qualified candidates may apply for this position by emailing their resume, copy of their Idaho Education Credential and any pertinent licensures to: Mike Groshong, Human Resources Manager, K12 - Idaho at: mgroshong@k12.com
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Benefits
Competitive salary. Contracted position.full health, dental & vision benefitsPERSI retirementSick and Personal leave benefitsuse of school laptop, printer & 2nd monitorTuition reimbursement benefit.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Idaho Virtual Academy is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.