Special Education Teacher

Company DescriptionWho We AreKIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 24 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 20 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 9,800 students and supporting 5,800 alumni to and through college and beyond.What We BelieveKIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters.What We DoAt KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.You Should Apply IfYou love building lasting relationships with students, creating inspiring and engaging lessons, and growing as an educator and a teammate.Job DescriptionTeach the knowledge and skills, nurture the confidence and character, and inspire the passion needed for our students to achieve their goals, live their best lives, and positively impact the worldValue and draw upon students' experiences and backgroundsProvide individualized instruction and support to students with special needsSupport general education teachers and administrators by developing related goals and objectives and recommending policies, planning, and implementation strategies to meet the needs of students with IEPsAnalyze informal and formal student assessment results and use this information to drive and inform instructionManage compliance of accommodations and modifications for students with IEPs in the general education classroom and during Special Education service timeProvide accommodated testing conditions for classroom and standardized testing; administer academic assessmentsDevelop and implement appropriate behavior management techniques to create a nurturing and structured classroom environmentEnsure student achievement and progress towards IEP goals and complete progress reports in accordance with district guidelinesCreate and maintain Special Education documentation as required by federal, state, and district regulationsComplete other duties/projects assigned by Director of Special EducationCommunicate and collaborate professionally with teammates, parents, and community membersMaintain high expectations for students academic achievement and conductQualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learningPassing score on the California Basic Skills Test (CBEST) or basic skills equivalencyValid preliminary or CLEAR Education Specialist Credential teaching credential (strong preference but not required)Additional InformationVery competitive and transparent compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the costEmployer paid KIPP SoCal life insurance401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCalVoluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, Pet Insurance, etc.)Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and sick leaveOther great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)Joining KIPP SoCal Means the FollowingWorking at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberationSpending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San DiegoSupport and care from fellow teachers, administrators, and regional team membersOngoing professional development and coaching from a school site managerCreation of an individualized credentialing plan with top-notch support from our dedicated Talent Team