Independence Charter School Hiring for Middle School Special Education Teacher Full Time

Job Title: MIDDLE SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JOB SUMMARY:

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a K-8 environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. ICS is now recruiting culturally proficient educators to join the 2023-2024 staff. Work is performed under the direction of the Special Education Coordinator.

Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:

• Works with students individually or in small groups on a daily basis focusing on specific skills.
• Responsible for coordinating the development, monitoring, and implementation of student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Develops/adapts lessons and assessment to enhance the affective and cognitive development of students.
• Provides information, support, and communication with parents and families.
• Consistently monitors progress on IEP goals and communicates weekly with teachers and supervisor regarding all pull-out sessions.
• Co-teach with math and English teachers.
• Participates in ongoing professional development designed to improve student achievement.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain accurate, updated and complete records of students’ progress and development.
• Participate in department, school and parent meetings.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited college or university.
• Pennsylvania State Special Education Certification – K-8 or N12 REQUIRED
• Commitment to ICS values of equity, courage, community, and growth
• Proven willingness and ability to collaborate with a diverse community of colleagues, parents/guardians and community members.
• Ability to reteach and reinforce middle school math and English skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must have the ability to to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state.

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $46,500.00 – $62,492.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Independence Charter School follows all CDC requirements and protocols.

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location