Special Education Teacher - K-2 Self-Contained

Position Title: Exceptional Student Services Teacher Location: Great Hearts Irving Lower School FLSA Status: Salaried/Exempt Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty     • Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost    • Texas Teacher Retirement System   • Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from  great books  seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities    Position Summary: Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom. SPED Teacher Duties and Responsibilities: • Lesson planning for learning activities that align with individual student IEP goals (e.g. Specially Designed Instruction) • Teaching subject(s) and lessons to students receiving special education and related services. • Monitor and track student progress • Providing direct and consultative services to students with IEPs in the school environment • Collaborating with related service providers and assisting general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications • Writing and maintaining all IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines • Planning and facilitating committee meetings throughout the special education process, as well as leading ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress. • Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress. • Facilitating the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services. Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred Required/Preferred Experience: 1-2 years of special education experience. Required   Certifications : Valid TX Special Education Certification and Generalist or Core Academic Subject Area relevant to grades served.   Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.   US work authorization is  required   Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.