K-12 Special Education Teacher — Remote & In-Person Impact

Corvallis School District 1; Corvallis (OR); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The K–12 Special Education Teacher at RISE Charter School provides specialized instruction, case management, and individualized support to students with disabilities across distance learning and Pathways settings. You will develop IEPs, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and staff to ensure access to a free appropriate public education.

The role adapts instruction for virtual, in-person, and flexible learning pathways; it involves coordinating evaluations, records, and related

Qualifications

• Valid Montana educator license with an appropriate special education endorsement, or eligibility to obtain the required authorization.
• Knowledge of special education law, IEP development, specially designed instruction, and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support students with diverse academic, behavioral, communication, and functional needs.
• Ability to use digital learning platforms, educational technology, and data systems to support instruction and case management.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students and families across virtual, in-person, and individualized learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver specially designed instruction aligned with each student's IEP, grade-level standards, and individual learning needs.
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction using evidence-based strategies, accommodations, modifications, and assistive technology as appropriate.
• Support students in developing academic, functional, behavioral, organizational, communication, and independent-living skills.
• Adapt instructional materials and service delivery for online learning, in-person instruction, and alternative learning pathways.
• Monitor student engagement, participation, progress, and completion of educational goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with IDEA, Montana requirements, and district procedures.
• Conduct or coordinate IEP meetings, evaluations, reevaluations, and progress reporting within required timelines.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely special education records and documentation.
• Collaborate with related service providers, general education teachers, paraprofessionals, families, and other team members to ensure appropriate services and supports.
• Monitor the delivery of accommodations, modifications, and related services.
• Provide and coordinate specially designed instruction through virtual platforms and other appropriate delivery methods.
• Collaborate with students and families to establish effective learning routines, support engagement, and address barriers to participation.
• Adapt online curriculum, assignments, assessments, and instructional materials to meet individual student needs.
• Maintain regular communication with families and staff regarding progress, services, accommodations, and areas of concern.
• Track student participation, progress toward IEP goals, and access to required special education services.
• Provide individualized instruction and support for students pursuing personalized, alternative, or flexible educational pathways.
• Develop instructional plans that support academic achievement, credit completion, and progress toward individualized graduation requirements, as applicable.
• Support the development of self-advocacy, executive functioning, transition, vocational, and independent-living skills based on student needs and IEP goals.
• Collaborate with students, families, school staff, and community partners to support meaningful educational and postsecondary outcomes.
• Assist in developing appropriate transitions to further education, employment, adult services, or other postsecondary opportunities.

Skills

IEP Development

Differentiated Instruction

Digital Learning Platforms

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Montana Special Education Endorsement

Job description

The K–12 Special Education Teacher at RISE Charter School provides specialized instruction, case management, and individualized support to students with disabilities across distance learning and Pathways settings. You will develop IEPs, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and staff to ensure access to a free appropriate public education.

The role adapts instruction for virtual, in-person, and flexible learning pathways; it involves coordinating evaluations, records, and related