Substitute Teacher - Special Education

Connections-Education-4; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Connections Academy seeks certified Special Education Substitutes to support students nationwide from a home office. You will consult with Learning Coaches and school staff, participate in IEP processes, and deliver instruction via LiveLesson, serving as teacher of record during absences.

This is a part-time, remote role with no benefits. You must hold a valid state teaching certification in special education, have strong communication skills, and be able to manage schedules across time zones.

Qualifications

• Valid and active full state teaching certification in special education.
• Experience with IEP processes and data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Be online and available to students and staff Monday–Friday 8:00–16:00 in the school time zone.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop and update IEPs and accommodations.
• Complete grading, progress reports, and parent conferences as directed.
• Deliver instruction via LiveLesson and support synchronous/asynchronous sessions.
• Maintain student records and participate in required training.

Skills

IEP writing

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Active SPED teaching certification

Tools

Learning management systems

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Working from your secure and distraction-free home office, certified Special Education Substitutes will virtually support the learning program for students in Connections Academy schools across the country. Using the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools, the Special Education Substitute will consult frequently and regularly with students, Learning Coaches and school personnel to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program. The Special Education Substitute willparticipatein all steps of the IEP process, from analyzing data to delivering andmonitoringthe IEP (depending on the schoolthey are assigned to). They will work closely with teachers and school professionals to ensure that the assigned school’s special education program is successful andoperatesin compliance with federal and state regulations. The Special Education Substitute willutilizethe online classroom (LiveLesson) to deliver virtual small group or individual instruction. The Special EducationSubstitute will act as teacher of record at various Connection s Academy schools during periods of short- or long-term absences or vacancies ranging from, but not limited to, 2-20 weeks, with the average assignment lasting 8-12 weeksin length. This is a part-time position with no benefits.

The duties of aSpecial EducationSubstitute include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities

• When on assignment, be online and available to students, parents, and school staff Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the time zone of the school to:
• Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update individualized learning plans and schedules, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments, and verify student learning.
• Complete all grading, generate progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner, as instructed by the school.
• Support the instructional program through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions (LiveLessons).
• Work collaboratively with a team of teachers to ensure that all students on the team’s caseload are successfully progressing through the program.
• Case manage a group of students, writingand deliveringIEPs,and providing direct servicesas directed by the school.
• Work with general education teachers to ensure that IEP goals and accommodations are being met, and that students are being provided with FAPE.
• Support students and parents with alternate instructionalstrategies,andassistwith daily assignments and projects.
• Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and student logs.
• When not on assignment, actively check email to remain informed of upcoming assignments and important Substitute Services updates.
• Meet at least monthly with an assigned Substitute Services supervisor via video conferencing software, whether on or off assignment.
• Complete required professional learning targeted at individual needs throughout the year.
• Maintain active certifications.

Requirements

• Sped substitutes must be highly qualified and hold a valid and active full state teaching certification in special education.
• Special education instruction experience preferred
• Multiple state certifications a plus
• Ability to obtain certification in other states as requested
• Ability to obtainadditionalclearances as requested
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Maintain a dedicated, distraction-free home working environment where all business activities will occur.
• When on assignment, must be available Monday through Friday during assigned school hours (typically 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the school’s time zone)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to write and monitor IEP plans, and are willing to learn to do so using a variety of software
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment that requires significant flexibility, effective prioritization of tasks, self-direction, and creativity
• Understanding of IEP/504 plans and how they can be implemented in a virtual setting
• Excellent attention to detail, and strong time management and organizational skills
• Proven commitment to student achievement
• Strong technology skills ( experience with learning management systems, Microsoft Office programs, and Google Appspreferred)
• Reliable, high-speed internet access
• Microsoft OS- and Microsoft Office-equipped computer required (PC preferred)
• Customer-focused approach and team-player track record
• May not provide care for others during normal school hours while on assignment. Alternative care arrangements must be made
• May not be employed in another job during normal school hours while on assignment
• Complete required orientation and training programs within 30 days of hire, and at the beginning of each school year
• Please note 2-step authentication is required to set-up to login to all systems if given a job offer

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