Self-Contained Special Education Teacher - South Carolina Bridge Connections Academy

Job DetailsDescriptionSchool Summary:South Carolina Bridge Connections Academy (SCBCA) is a tuition free, full-time alternative education campus serving students from 16-21 years old across the state of South Carolina in grades 9-12. SCBCA is authorized under state law by the Charter Institute of Erskine and operated by Low Country Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy LLC. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by Cognia.Position Summary And ResponsibilitiesWorking 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 Self-Contained 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; andOther duties as assigned.RequirementsDegree in Special Education or related Education FieldValid South Carolina Special Education certificationAdditional certification in a core content area preferredExperience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special EducationStrong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products)Excellent communication skills, both oral and writtenCustomer focused approachHigh degree of flexibilityDemonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environmentTeam player track recordWillingness 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