Specialized Instruction Educator - Midwest

Parallel; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is looking for a dedicated Specialized Education Teacher to provide impactful remote instruction to students with learning differences. This role involves developing individualized lesson plans, managing IEPs, and collaborating closely with families to ensure tailored educational support. With a commitment to simplifying the educational process, this forward-thinking company provides robust administrative support, allowing educators to focus on delivering quality care. Join a mission-driven team that values diversity and aims to improve the lives of students across the nation.

Benefits

Streamlined Scheduling

Efficient Admin Support

Smart Client Matching

Comprehensive Client Information

Billing & Insurance Handling

Access to Testing Materials

Growth Opportunities

Community Events

Qualifications

• Practical experience with diverse student populations in educational settings.
• Knowledge of systematic phonics-based programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote special education support to students.
• Develop individualized lesson plans to improve reading and writing skills.
• Collaborate with families to tailor services to their child's needs.

Skills

Experience with diverse student populations

Knowledge of systematic phonics-based programs

Hands-on experience tutoring in reading and writing

Ability to differentiate reading strategies

Understanding of neuropsychological principles

Effective communication skills

Tech-savvy with tele-health services

Fluency in additional languages

Education

Teaching License in Special Education

Job description

Specialized Instruction Educator - Midwest

Remote, United States

Are you passionate about supporting children with learning differences? If so, we want to join our Provider Network!

Parallel is seeking an experienced Specialized Education Teacher to provide tailored, impactful instruction to students remotely. Join a team dedicated to equipping families and students with the tools they need for success.

Looking for licensed Special Education Instructors to support our school partnerships in theMidwest including: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin!

What You’ll Do

• Provide remote special education support to suspended or expelled students.
• Deliver compensatory education services as needed.
• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans to improve reading and writing skills.
• Create and manage IEPs and provide case management services.
• Collaborate with families to schedule and tailor services to their child’s needs.
• Conduct screenings, progress monitoring, and outcomes assessments.
• Educate families on strategies to support their child’s learning journey.
• Maintain accurate session documentation in line with company policies.

What You’ll Need

• Practical experience working with diverse student populations in educational settings.
• Knowledge of systematic phonics-based programs (e.g., Orton Gillingham or Wilson preferred).
• Hands-on experience tutoring in reading and writing.
• Ability to differentiate reading strategies for individual learners.
• Understanding of neuropsychological principles in education.
• Effective communicator with teachers, parents, and students.
• Tech-savvy and experience with conducting tele-health services on virtual meeting platforms
• A private workspace with a reliable computer, webcam, and secure internet connection
• Availability during traditional school hours (8:00am-3:00pm) and days (Monday-Friday); minimum availability of 10 hours per week is ideal
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus!

Why Parallel?

At Parallel, we simplify your work, allowing you to focus on what matters most—delivering quality care. Here’s how we support you:

• Streamlined Scheduling: Use our in-house scheduling system to stay organized
• Efficient Admin Support: Templates, databases, and tools to reduce administrative tasks
• Smart Client Matching: We pair you with the right clients for your skills and expertise
• Comprehensive Client Information: Access patient history and eligibility details upfront
• Billing & Insurance: We handle the paperwork so you can focus on care
• Testing Materials: Get all the resources you need to deliver excellent services
• Innovation & Feedback: Your input will help shape the future of our programs
• Community Events: Collaborate with leading clinicians and educators to tackle real-world challenges
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of our rapid expansion and grow in your career
• A Powerful Mission: Contribute to improving the lives of students nationwide

Join us in making a lasting impact—apply today to be part of the Parallel Provider Network!

About Us

Parallel is the first tech-forward provider of care for learning and thinking differences across the United States. We believe learning differences are parallel ways of thinking that should be celebrated! Our mission is to provide students with the resources and encouragement to succeed in the classroom and beyond. To us, this means helping them build confidence in their unique strengths and create strategies to work around their challenges.

Parallel simplifies the process of getting support for learning differences by consolidating providers and resources on a single platform. We connect students with qualified professionals while significantly reducing waiting times, costs, and confusion. We provide a variety of services, including:

• Psychological Assessment & Therapy
• Counseling
• Speech-Language Therapy
• Special Education
• And more!

Want to know what it's like working here? Check out our Glassdoor reviews!

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

At Parallel, we believe in celebrating differences. This belief extends from schools into our workplace and through the ways we work together toward our mission. We are committed to fostering a diverse, accessible environment that represents many different cultures, backgrounds, viewpoints, and abilities by championing diversity, equity and inclusion.

This is why we are committed to having and fostering a diverse workforce, including those from historically marginalized groups, and are committed to a work environment where employees’ strengths are championed, differences are celebrated, and no one is discriminated against based on age, race, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization in order to build the foundation for different learners and thinkers to thrive.

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