IDEA Public Schools
K-5 RISE Special Education Teacher - Impact & Growth
IDEA Public Schools, El Paso, Texas, us, 88568
Overview
This job posting is not for any specific role that is currently open. Applying to this posting allows IDEA to gather your information in order to assess your fit and move quickly once our team identifies an available opportunity. Please monitor our Career Site and apply for vacancies that match your interests. Role Mission:
RISE stands for Reaching Independence through Support and Education. IDEA Special Education RISE teachers ensure that our students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities are held to very high achievement expectations so that they reach their fullest potential. Our IDEA Special Education RISE teachers teach all subjects such as Reading, Writing, and Math, History, Adaptive PE and others to students who have but are not limited to intellectual, behavioral, and physical disabilities. RISE Special Education teachers also provide resources, education, training, and emotional support to the families they serve so families are prepared for long-term plans for their children.
What We Offer
Compensation: The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $57,500. This role is eligible for various stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500-$4,000 each. We also offer opportunities and incentives through our Teacher Career Pathway with the potential to earn up to $10,000 in additional compensation. For more information about our compensation and total rewards, visit our compensation and benefits page. Additional hourly compensation is provided for after school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned. Other Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children. Some of the special benefits we offer at IDEA include: Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure with the organization and caregiver designation. Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability. Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost. Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.
What You Bring — Competencies
Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution. Experience: Experience in a Special Education classroom setting with students who have significant disabilities. Licenses or Certifications: Valid Texas state certification in Special Education and core content areas required. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of curriculum and instruction. Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment. Ability to facilitate Admission, Review and Dismissal meetings. Strong family engagement and communication. Record of results for students who are academically at risk.
What You’ll Do — Accountabilities
Special Education Teacher Responsibilities: Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students. Support coordination of related services for students on their caseload. Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students. Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress. Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals. Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans. Collect and analyze student data in order to make effective decisions to maximize achievement. Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators. Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation. Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations. Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback. Implement formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update gradebook weekly. Communicate students’ progress with student and family on a weekly basis. Facilitate effective use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage tasks. Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom. Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student. Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify. Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs. Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions. Engage in summer and year-long district, school and personal learning and development. Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week. Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school and are based on the needs of our scholars. Team and Culture:
We look for Team and Family who embody values and characteristics such as commitment to our mission, accountability for outcomes, willingness to learn and improve, urgency and purpose, and collaboration across departments. We believe in education as a profession and hold ourselves to high levels of conduct and professionalism as models for colleagues and students.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable)
Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom. About IDEA Public Schools
IDEA Public Schools believes each child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA has grown from a small school to a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Ohio, and is on track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. IDEA Public Schools is recognized on national rankings for top high schools. When you work at IDEA, you join a team that aims to make college for all a reality. Staff Culture and Belonging:
IDEA promotes human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here.
To Apply
Please submit your application online through Jobvite. It’s in your best interest to apply as soon as possible.
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This job posting is not for any specific role that is currently open. Applying to this posting allows IDEA to gather your information in order to assess your fit and move quickly once our team identifies an available opportunity. Please monitor our Career Site and apply for vacancies that match your interests. Role Mission:
RISE stands for Reaching Independence through Support and Education. IDEA Special Education RISE teachers ensure that our students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities are held to very high achievement expectations so that they reach their fullest potential. Our IDEA Special Education RISE teachers teach all subjects such as Reading, Writing, and Math, History, Adaptive PE and others to students who have but are not limited to intellectual, behavioral, and physical disabilities. RISE Special Education teachers also provide resources, education, training, and emotional support to the families they serve so families are prepared for long-term plans for their children.
What We Offer
Compensation: The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $57,500. This role is eligible for various stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500-$4,000 each. We also offer opportunities and incentives through our Teacher Career Pathway with the potential to earn up to $10,000 in additional compensation. For more information about our compensation and total rewards, visit our compensation and benefits page. Additional hourly compensation is provided for after school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned. Other Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children. Some of the special benefits we offer at IDEA include: Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure with the organization and caregiver designation. Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability. Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost. Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.
What You Bring — Competencies
Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution. Experience: Experience in a Special Education classroom setting with students who have significant disabilities. Licenses or Certifications: Valid Texas state certification in Special Education and core content areas required. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of curriculum and instruction. Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment. Ability to facilitate Admission, Review and Dismissal meetings. Strong family engagement and communication. Record of results for students who are academically at risk.
What You’ll Do — Accountabilities
Special Education Teacher Responsibilities: Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students. Support coordination of related services for students on their caseload. Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students. Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress. Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals. Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans. Collect and analyze student data in order to make effective decisions to maximize achievement. Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators. Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation. Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations. Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback. Implement formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update gradebook weekly. Communicate students’ progress with student and family on a weekly basis. Facilitate effective use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage tasks. Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom. Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student. Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify. Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs. Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions. Engage in summer and year-long district, school and personal learning and development. Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week. Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school and are based on the needs of our scholars. Team and Culture:
We look for Team and Family who embody values and characteristics such as commitment to our mission, accountability for outcomes, willingness to learn and improve, urgency and purpose, and collaboration across departments. We believe in education as a profession and hold ourselves to high levels of conduct and professionalism as models for colleagues and students.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable)
Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom. About IDEA Public Schools
IDEA Public Schools believes each child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA has grown from a small school to a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Ohio, and is on track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. IDEA Public Schools is recognized on national rankings for top high schools. When you work at IDEA, you join a team that aims to make college for all a reality. Staff Culture and Belonging:
IDEA promotes human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here.
To Apply
Please submit your application online through Jobvite. It’s in your best interest to apply as soon as possible.
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