Dynamic ESE Teacher: Inclusive Special Ed & Student Growth

Duval-Charter-At-Southside; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Schools USA is seeking an Educational Specialist–ESE Teacher to advance student achievement within an inclusive learning environment. You will partner with parents, students, and regular education teachers to implement inclusive practices and collect progress data to shape instruction.

You will coordinate IEPs, quarterly reports, and progress monitoring, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while delivering rigorous instruction across modalities and assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
• State Certified in Special Education as well as HQ status in the subject areas and grades assigned.
• Certified in at least two areas of Exceptional Education, preferred.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background checks.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
• Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for and conducts Parent and student conferencing according to school policy.
• Delivers student instruction in modalities instituted by the school and assigned program (may include: Direct Synchronous Instruction, Learning Support, Life Skills Support, Itinerant Support, Resource Room Support, co‑teaching, writing lesson plans, telephone conferencing and instruction, Parent Learning Opportunities).
• Collects data and appropriate work samples.
• Plans and conducts appointments with parents as needed.
• Assists regular education teachers with specially designed instruction when necessary.
• Participates at monthly outings encouraged.
• Provides support for ESE student achievement in the general class through training teachers and assisting with inclusion plans.
• Arranges for and assists with training for inclusionary practices.
• Acts as an informational liaison for inclusion as appropriate.
• Assists with planning for classroom and testing accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Models strategies for inclusionary practices as appropriate.
• Provides assistance with developing and adapting curriculum materials and educational practices to meet the needs of students and teachers.
• Collaborates with regular education teachers to monitor student progress and compliance.
• Proctors standardized tests.
• Completes student progress reports four times a year (quarterly).
• Maintains IEPs, Quarterly Reports, Progress Monitoring for caseload.
• Develops and Implements IEPs with measurable goals using Progress Monitoring.
• Collects and Reports Progress Monitoring Data for all student goals.
• Conduct IEP meetings within timelines.
• Makes data-driven instructional decisions to improve student outcomes.
• Completes Quarterly Progress Reports.
• Maintains accurate and compliant special education data.
• Completes reevaluations in accordance with Regulations and best practices.
• Completes all special education paperwork accurately, according to regulations, and on time.
• Develops and monitors appropriate transition plans for students of transition age.
• Maintains communication with Related Service Providers and Case Managers to ensure compliance with the provision of services, evaluations, and quarterly progress reports.
• Administers diagnostic assessments as needed.
• Obtains and maintains compliant special education student files.
• Participates in State specific training.
• Attends Professional Development as designated on the school calendar (travel may be required).
• Communicates with Regular Education Teachers and Administrators when necessary.
• Participates in weekly team meetings.
• Acknowledge e-mails and voice mails within 24 hours (excluding weekends, holidays, etc.).

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Email communications

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent

State Certified in Special Education and HQ status

Certified in two areas of Exceptional Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

SIS

Email communications

Job description

Charter Schools USA is seeking an Educational Specialist–ESE Teacher to advance student achievement within an inclusive learning environment. You will partner with parents, students, and regular education teachers to implement inclusive practices and collect progress data to shape instruction.

You will coordinate IEPs, quarterly reports, and progress monitoring, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while delivering rigorous instruction across modalities and assessments.