Special Education Teacher in Training at Emerson Academy

NHA Schools; Dayton, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Emerson Academy of Dayton seeks a Special Education Teacher in Training to join a structured pathway toward a licensed SPED teacher in Ohio. You will start as a paraprofessional for the first 90 days, with financial assistance from NHA to complete required coursework and pass exams for licensure, before transitioning to a full-time SPED teacher.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a supportive leadership team, robust IEP processes, and professional development opportunities in a safe,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Willingness to enroll in an alternative certification program.
• Willingness to take state licensure exams.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance per IEP/504 plans.
• Support 1:1 or small group instruction and contribute to a whole-student approach.
• Attend IEP meetings and required professional development; assist with compliance documentation.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Special Education Teacher in Training at Emerson Academy

Dayton, OH, United States

Job Description

This 2026-27 School Year role is eligible for a signing bonus up to $5,000.

School Information:

Located in Dayton, OH, Emerson Academy of Dayton opened in 2005 and serves 675+ K-8 students every year. At Emerson, you can connect purpose with passion.

To learn more about Emerson Academy of Dayton .

Why ChooseEmerson Academy of Dayton:

• Starting pay above market scales.
• Experienced leadership team.
• Outperforming local districts on state tests.
• High level of support for all staff.
• Safe learning environment with external and internal cameras.
• High parent involvement.
• Behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).
• Dean support model.

Overview:

The Special Education Teacher in Training role provides a structured pathway to becoming a licensed Special Education Teacher. For your first ninety (90) days, you will work as a Special Education Paraprofessional while partnering closely with an experienced Special Education Teacher. During this period, National Heritage Academies (NHA) will provide financial assistance for you to complete required coursework and pass the necessary exams to earn your K-12 Intervention Specialist license through the Ohio Department of Education (ODE). Once licensure is obtained, you will transition from the Paraprofessional role into a full-time, salaried Special Education Teacher position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their individual education plan (IEP) and/or their 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team. Support can be provided for 1:1 or in small groups. Commit to educating the whole student - academically, morally, and socially. Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction specially designed to meet the unique needs of each student resulting from his/her disability such as resource room, inclusion and/or pullout services. Attend professional development, specialized training and IEP meetings with special education team and parents as required. Assist with the required compliance documentation.

Qualifications:

Hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Willingness to enroll in an alternative certification program. Willingness to take (and pass) state examinations for licensure. National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 63669
• Job Category Instructional Paras
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 501 Hickory St, Dayton, OH, 45410, US