ESE Teacher

Global Leadership Academy; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Global Leadership Academy is seeking a dedicated ESE Teacher for the Intercoastal Campus. The role focuses on supporting students with diverse learning needs through individualized instruction and collaboration with families and staff.

The ideal candidate will develop and monitor IEPs, differentiate instruction, and promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success in an inclusive learning environment. In-person, 10-month contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Florida ESE Certification or eligibility for Florida certification.
• Knowledge of IEP development, accommodations, progress monitoring, and compliance requirements.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and implement appropriate interventions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and support personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with exceptional learning needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual student goals, accommodations, and learning needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and student achievement.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation and compliance records.
• Conduct progress monitoring and participate in IEP meetings.
• Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and support plans.
• Foster a structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students in developing academic, behavioral, and socialemotional skills.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, PLCs, and schoolwide initiatives.
• Collaborate with school leadership, academic support staff, and related service providers to meet student needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, policies, and school procedures.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

IEP knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Florida ESE Certification

Job description

Job Title: ESE Teacher

Location: Intercoastal Campus – Jacksonville, FL

Job Type: Full-Time | 10-Month Contract

Salary: Starting at $49,500 (based on experience)

Job Summary

Global Leadership Academy is seeking a dedicated and student-centered **Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher** for our Intercoastal Campus. The ideal candidate is passionate about supporting students with diverse learning needs, implementing individualized instruction, and collaborating with families and staff to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with exceptional learning needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual student goals, accommodations, and learning needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and student achievement.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation and compliance records.
• Conduct progress monitoring and participate in IEP meetings.
• Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and support plans.
• Foster a structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students in developing academic, behavioral, and socialemotional skills.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, PLCs, and schoolwide initiatives.
• Collaborate with school leadership, academic support staff, and related service providers to meet student needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, policies, and school procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida ESE Certification or eligibility for Florida certification.
• Knowledge of IEP development, accommodations, progress monitoring, and compliance requirements.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and implement appropriate interventions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and support personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of teaching experience in Exceptional Student Education.
• ESOL Endorsement.
• Experience working in inclusion and resource settings.
• Experience supporting middle school students.
• Strong background in behavior management and intervention strategies.
• Experience collaborating with general education teachers in an inclusive setting.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• 8hour shift
• Inperson position
• 10month schoolyear position

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Global Leadership Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or an