Special Education Teacher — IEP Specialist & Mentor

Global Village Academy Collaborative; Thornton (CO); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 88.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Global Village Academy North - Thornton, CO is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support instructional processes and develop IEPs for students with disabilities. The role involves planning lessons, supervising students, and collaborating with teachers, staff, and families to raise academic and functional outcomes.

The position is full-time and exempt, with an annual salary range of $65,000 to $88,020.

Formación

• Must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess a CO Special Education Teacher License
• All core content teachers must be highly qualified in the applicable field or grade level.
• One year of working with students in a school setting is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate subject matter competency.
• Familiarity with IEP process
• Experienced classroom teacher with demonstrated, quantifiable and objective student performance gains that surpass state or local averages.
• Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with low skill level in a heterogeneously grouped classroom setting.
• Ability to prioritize and achieve federal, state, districts, and school deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team, especially with parents and community members.

Responsabilidades

• Assess students' skills to determine needs and to develop teaching plans
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student
• Plan, organize, and assign activities that are specific to each student's abilities
• Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one
• Implement IEPs, assess students' performance, and track their progress
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress and goals
• Discuss student's progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators
• Supervise and mentor teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation
• Support the school's mission and curriculum
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal
• Reinforce school-wide rules and expectations in the classroom
• Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, teachers and colleagues
• Assist in the design and implementation of research-based curriculum
• Maintain the school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations through continuous reflection

Conocimientos

IEP process familiarity

Analytical problem solver

Data analysis basics

Professional demeanor

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Teamwork with parents

Flexibility and initiative

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Colorado Special Education License

Highly qualified in core content area

Descripción del empleo

Global Village Academy North - Thornton, CO is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support instructional processes and develop IEPs for students with disabilities. The role involves planning lessons, supervising students, and collaborating with teachers, staff, and families to raise academic and functional outcomes.

The position is full-time and exempt, with an annual salary range of $65,000 to $88,020.