Special Education Teacher → $10,000 Sign-on Bonus! - #9717764

Starting Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 + $10,000 Sign-on Bonus! Chancelight Education, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction! Now Offering $10,000 Sign-on Bonus!! If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic —We Should Talk! As a Special Education Teacher, you will plan, prepare and implement the instructional process for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) within the learning center or classroom including, but not limited to; delivery of instruction, implementation of curriculum materials & educational software, and development of daily lesson plans & classroom schedules, which reflect state and school requirements as well the physical, emotional, and educational needs of the learner ‖ Responsibilities Include: • Providing a collaborative environment for students, parents, center staff and administrative personnel • Establishing a climate that promotes a firm, fair and respectful classroom environment with a focus on social development and group responsibility by modeling and reinforcing positive behaviors as outlined in Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program for the school and classroom • Implementing established school-wide and classroom PBIS program; reinforcement systems, behavioral expectations and consequence guidelines; and assists with maintaining corresponding data collection/record keeping system • Recording student progress/records, maintaining student files, and preparing reports on students and activities • Providing direct subject based instruction and working in a team environment to collaboratively and/or co-teach curricular subjects as required in IEP • Modifying curriculum and assisting with differentiated instruction for students as well as staff • Using a variety of instructional strategies and resources to respond to the diverse needs and interests of students; including prescribed educational software and intervention curriculum • Acting as case manager if required by the district to special education students which may include updating IEP's and goal's • Preparing daily lesson plans and materials for assigned class • Reporting incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) in order to maintain the personal safety of students and adhere to State and Federal law • Maintaining the physical center, furniture, and supplies in a neat and orderly condition according to procedure • Ensuring that the center and the outside surrounding area are neat, clean, well maintained and present an organized and professional appearance; providing a positive learning environment conducive to the education of students • Keeping up to date with research-based practices and developments in subject area • Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback ‖ Qualifications Required: • Bachelors degree or higher in education or related field • Meet state teaching certification and/or licensing requirements • Special education certification • Prior experience with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction in a classroom setting • Highly skilled in working with students with diverse needs Chancelight Education is the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives! ️ Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below: - As a member of the Chancelight family you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching personal & professional fulfillment! ‖ Additional Perks and Benefits Include: • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans • Virtual Medical Visits • Health Savings Account • Paid Time Off • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule • Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance • 401k Options • Legal Insurance • Pet Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Employee Discount Program • Opportunities for Growth & Development • And So Much More! If you're ready to start changing the direction of students' lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures — this is your Chance! Join us and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children today! Chancelight Careers Work. With Purpose Education Required • Bachelors or better in Education or related field Licenses & Certifications Required • Special Education • Has License/Credentialing Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)