Special Education Teacher
Company: HOPE Online Learning Academy Co-Op
Location: Englewood
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Job Description Description: The SPED Teacher / Learning Specialist
is a full time, exempt position. Employees in this position follow
the Academic Year Calendar for HOPE's Instructional staff, as
determined annually. The expected workday is to be on site 30
minutes before and 30 minutes after the Learning Center's
operational hours, if based in one Learning Center. This job
description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties,
responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be
amended at any time at the discretion of HOPE's management.
SUMMARY: The role of the SPED Teacher / Learning Specialist is to
identify, evaluate, and interpret student data; provide
consultation for teachers, parents and administrators; provide
direct instruction; coordinate and communicate day to day
operations with students, teachers, and related service providers;
develop and implement Individual Learning Plans (IEPs); and be a
contributing member of the learning services and school teams. This
position may include working with all students in grades 6-12.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITITES: Priority Area: Student Case
Management 90% ? Manages time to fulfill job duties and
responsibilities ? Facilitate the special education process and
verify that IEP services are implemented in compliance with
federal, state, and district regulations. ? Identify and assess
academic, social emotional, and communication needs of referred
students with SPED team members to determine eligibility for
special education services. ? Schedule and facilitate special
education evaluation and IEP meetings. ? Deliver instruction within
special education and general education settings. ? Monitor student
IEP goals to determine effectiveness of direct instruction and use
of accommodations. Enter and report progress every quarter. ?
Identify, assess, and problem solve around the barriers that affect
learning and academic/social emotional growth. ? Monitor and
enforce social and acceptable behavior. ? Assist with administering
formative and summative assessments. ? Assist general education
teachers with preparation of classroom materials to meet student
accommodations and learning level. ? Collaborate with staff,
parents, and other professionals to support student learning. ?
Attend all provided training, as appropriate. ? Perform other
job-related duties as assigned. Priority Area: Lead by exemplifying
professionalism and commitment to community 10% ? Adjusts practice
and prioritization of other tasks based on the needs of the
Learning Center and HOPE. ? Manages time to fulfill job duties and
responsibilities ? Sets personal goals related to student learning
outcomes and seeks opportunities to improve personal professional
practice through professional development and reflection. ?
Collaborates to accomplish team, Learning Center and HOPE goals and
practices ? Develops relationships with HOPE and Learning Center
staff, parents and students that fosters a safe and culturally
responsive learning environment ? Establishes and maintains
professional communication which is clear, responsible, ethical,
and respectful ? Supports counseling protocols that are focused on
increasing student achievement ? Other duties as assigned. PM
22Requirements: EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
Required ? Bachelor's Degree ? Special Education Generalist License
- Colorado Department of Education ? 3 years' experience, at least
two of which is working with at-risk youth in a multicultural
environment ? Comfortable working with students in grades 6-12 ?
Experience supporting and providing support for diverse learners
(CLD, SPED, MTSS, GT) ? Experience with data-driven instructional
practices Preferred ? Master's Degree ? Active Colorado Teaching
License (any secondary subject matter) ? Additional CDE license
endorsements including Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CLD),
Principal's or Administrator's License ? Experience working with
SPED or ELL students and families, in a public or private school
setting ? 5 years' experience, at least two of which is working
with at-risk youth in a multicultural environment SKILLS,
KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES: Required ? Commitment to social justice
and equitable education for all ? Cultural proficiency and
interpersonal/relationship building skills ? Fluency and literacy
in English; excellent oral and written communication skills ?
Excellent technology skills - Online curriculum, Google Docs, Drive
and Gmail, MS Office, Student Information and learning management
systems ? Proactive and detail oriented, able to prioritize and be
self-directed ? Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and
stressful situations with students ? Ability to maintain
confidentiality in all aspects of the job. ? Ability to manage
multiple priorities and tasks with frequent interruptions. ?
Advocacy for community-based learning models ? Flexible and
resilient, diplomatic, positive and engaging attitude Preferred ?
Oral and written fluency in Spanish PM22 PI206668854
Keywords: HOPE Online Learning Academy Co-Op, Denver , Special Education Teacher, Education / Teaching , Englewood, Colorado
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