Special Education Teacher - Indiana Connections Academy

Description:

Company Summary

Indiana Connections Academy (INCA) is a tuition-free, virtual public charter
school for students in grades K-12 throughout Indiana. INCA is authorized by
Ball State University and governed by an independent Board of Directors. The
school is operated by Indiana Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation,
through a contract with Connections Academy of Indiana, LLC, to provide its
educational program and other services. The school was founded in 2010, as part
of the Indiana Department of Education Virtual School Pilot Program, and became
a charter school in the fall of 2011. INCA is accredited by the North Central
Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, an accrediting
division of AdvancED.

Indiana Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that
welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness,
equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is
treated with respect and dignity.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Accepting applications for the current school year. Eligible new hires will
receive a $1,500 sign-on bonus after 60 days of employment. Working from your
home office in Indiana, the Special Education Teacher will manage instructional
programs for students with special needs. Through use of the telephone,
Internet, and various curriculum tools, they will consult regularly with
learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes
their instructional program. The Special Education Teacher will participate in
all steps of the IEP process. They will work closely with other teachers and
district professionals to ensure that the school’s special education program is
successful and operating in compliance with federal and state regulations. The
Special Education Teacher will utilize technology to deliver virtual
instruction.

The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion
of the following tasks:

* Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching and general
strategies for a caseload of students;
* Develop, write and help implement IEPs;
* Evaluate tests and assessments and conduct parent conferences;
* Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special
needs to ensure that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are
addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion;
* Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed
instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with specific needs and
potential learning issues;
* Provide direct services to students including services delivered through
web-conferencing software, as needed;
* Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment,
as needed;
* Participate in the school’s Student Support Team; help teachers and learning
coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all
students;
* Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all
paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process;
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management
System and special education software;
* Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special
adaptations that are required based on the IEP; and
* Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

* Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
* Must reside in the state of Indiana
* Currently holds an Indiana Special Education K-12 credential
* Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education
* Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and
Google Suite)
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
* Customer focused approach
* High degree of flexibility
* Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
* Team player track record
* Willingness to travel for marketing and state testing events (may require
occasional overnight travel)
* Must be able to use a personal electronic device and email address for 2-step
authentication

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