Special Education Teacher - South Carolina Bridge Connections Academy

Description:

Company Summary

South Carolina Bridge Connections Academy (SCBCA) is a tuition-free, full-time
alternative virtual public school for students in grades 9-12 located throughout
the state of South Carolina. The school operates in partnership with the Charter
Institute at Erskine. SCBCA is accredited by the North Central Association
Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, an accrediting division of
AdvancED.

South Carolina Bridge 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

Working from your home office in South Carolina, the Special Education Teacher
will “virtually” 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 his/her 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 and 504 plans;
* Evaluate tests and assessments, complete report cards 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;
* Assist with locating service providers for students needing related services
as mandated by their IEPs;
* Assist with negotiating and executing contracts with service providers for
students requiring such services;
* 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
* Valid South Carolina Special Education certification
* Additional certification in a core content area preferred
* Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education
* Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products)
* 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 on occasion for marketing and state testing events
* Please note, if given a job offer, 2-step authentication is required to login
to all systems

SCBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to
federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your
Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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