Special Education Teacher

basised; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401k with matching

Employee Assistance Program

KinderCare tuition discount

Job summary

BASIS DC is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher to join our team in Washington, DC. This role focuses on serving students with disabilities in small group or 1:1 settings, coordinating IEPs, and delivering specially designed instruction to meet individual goals.

The ideal candidate holds a valid DC Special Education license, a bachelor’s degree, and relevant clearances. Responsibilities include IEP collaboration, data collection, and supporting general education teachers to ensure FAPE.

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education certificate in relevant jurisdiction.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card and/or satisfactory state background check.

Responsibilities

• Work with students with disabilities in small group or 1:1 settings.
• Interpret IEP requirements and coordinate with IEP team.
• Provide specially designed instruction and supports to meet IEP goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement IEP provisions for FAPE.
• Document progress and maintain confidential student records.
• Coordinate IEP meetings and parent communications.
• Oversee ESS staff and testing for state/district assessments.
• Perform CPI/TACT-2 certified restraint if required.

Skills

CPI

TACT-2

IVP Fingerprint Clearance

CPR and First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in special education (preferred)

Job description

BASIS DC is seeking qualified candidates for a Special Education Teacher to join our team!

Special Education Resource / Self-Contained Classroom Teacher

Candidates must have a valid Washington, D.C. Educator License in Special Education issued by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE).

The role of the Special Education Teacher is to work directly with students to identify and fulfill needed educational services and supports as part of a student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). Special Education Teacher participates in IEP meetings and provides support to the general education teachers regarding classroom interventions, student accommodations, modifications, and special education requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Special Education certificate in relevant jurisdiction.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card and/or satisfactory applicable state background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in special education; master’s degree in special education or related subject matter.
• 1+ year(s) special education experience.
• Certifications: CPI or TACT-2.
• CPR and First Aid.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Work with students with disabilities in small group settings or 1:1 setting.
• Interact directly with assigned students to fulfill IEP requirements.
• Fulfill required provisions in student plans, including service minutes, by providing specially designed instruction and facilitating other supports and/or related services.
• Provide instructional interventions and academic support to individual students or small groups.
• Providing case management services for students with disabilities, including coordination of IEP team meetings, parent communication, program development, special education service provision, individualized education plan implementation.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal special education requirements.
• Facilitate IEP meetings.
• Collaborate and assist general education teachers in implementing IEP requirements for their students to ensure the availability of a FAPE.
• Collect and maintain documentation associated with IEP and ensure confidentiality and integrity of student records and progress information:
• Collection of student data from classroom teachers and providers for upcoming IEP meetings.
• Collect data and report progress on annual IEP goals.
• Prepare and report accurate and timely data for internal and external regulatory purposes.
• Develop a working knowledge and understanding of general education curriculum to adapt the content appropriately to deliver specially designed instruction to eligible students with disabilities.
• May need to perform CPI or TACT-2 certified restraint or seclusion as school designee.
• Regular communication and coordination with related service providers to schedule student services, schedule IEP meetings.
• Oversee day to day tasks of the ESS Assistant(s) and/or Special Education Specialist
• Proctor individual or small group testing for state, district, or alternate assessments
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits and Salary:

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience.
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Employer paid medical and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Ability to add dependents
  • 401k with partial match that grows over time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of any actual or perceived classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. Inquiries regarding BASIS’ nondiscrimination policies should be directed to [e-mail].

*As used in this policy, the term “BASIS” refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC; BASIS Charter Schools, Inc.; BDC, A Public Charter School, Inc.; BBR Schools, Inc.; BASIS Texas Charter Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.