Impactful Special Education Resource Teacher (Grades 3–8)

Elan Academy Charter School; Cutoff (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Élan Academy is seeking a Special Education Resource Teacher to provide direct, specialized instruction and IEP case management for scholars in grades 3 through 8. This role covers our Lower School (grades 3–4) and Upper School (grades 5–8) and ensures each scholar with an IEP receives individualized, high-quality instruction to access the curriculum and meet learning outcomes.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff, implement tailored programs, and maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university.
• Preferred Louisiana Teaching Certificate: Special Education.
• 2+ years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Embodies Élan Academy’s mission, vision, and values.
• Participates in annual summer staff orientation and training.
• Collaborates with scholars, parents, and staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Implements instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned scholars and maintains required documentation.
• Plans and uses appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment to reflect scholars’ learning styles and needs.
• Works with classroom teachers to modify curricula and assist special education scholars in regular classes.
• Consults with paraeducators on behavior management per IEP; presents material per IEP guidelines.
• Conducts ongoing assessments of student achievement via formal and informal testing; maintains reports and records.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and supports scholars’ development.
• Manages scholar behavior and administers discipline according to IEP; intervenes in crises as needed.
• Keeps informed of and complies with regulations and policies for special education; completes reporting requirements.
• Uses iReady, DIBLES, LEAP and Élan Interim Assessment data to guide instructional decisions and monitor growth.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance at the worksite.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Louisiana Special Education teaching certificate (preferred)

Tools

iReady

DIBLES

LEAP

Job description

Élan Academy is seeking a Special Education Resource Teacher to provide direct, specialized instruction and IEP case management for scholars in grades 3 through 8. This role covers our Lower School (grades 3–4) and Upper School (grades 5–8) and ensures each scholar with an IEP receives individualized, high-quality instruction to access the curriculum and meet learning outcomes.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff, implement tailored programs, and maintain