TK-8th Special Education Teacher

Astronaut Jose M. Hernandez Academies is looking for talented and committed Special Education teachers to play a key role in the establishment of curriculum and culture as they develop a high-quality education program from the stages of vision to execution. Our Special Education teachers will work closely with each school's leadership team to ensure our students learn, grow, and achieve transformative life outcomes. Each Special Education Teacher will be responsible for ensuring that our students have the opportunity to learn in an environment of joyful, excellent, and equitable teaching.

Job Description:

Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college

Administer academic diagnostic tests

Participate as a member of a team to identify the needs and specific goals and objectives of each child’s IEP

Instruct students with IEPs for the purpose of developing appropriate academic and interpersonal skills

Consult and articulate with faculty and parents via meetings, phone, and email regarding the needs and progress of students

Create and maintain notifications, records, files, and reports as required by federal, state, and SELPA regulations

Maintain knowledge of current regulations pertaining to special education

Participate in Student Study Team meetings and follow up plans as needed

Collaborate with faculty to ensure that students modifications and accommodations are being appropriately implemented in the general education classroom

Work is performed under the supervision of the principal or direct manager.

Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.