Exceptional education

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Qualifications
They teach various subjects, such as reading, writing, and math, to students with gaps of 2 or more years
The main goal is to close that gap by 2 years in just one school year
Education : Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
Experience : Experience in an Exceptional Student Education classroom setting
Licenses or Certifications : valid state certification in Exceptional Student Education is required, current GT endorsement or willingness to earn GT endorsement upon hire required
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
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
Believes and is committed to our missionand being an agent of change : that all studentsare capable of gettingto and through college
Has demonstrated effectiveoutcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them
Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improvequickly
Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes
Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change
We believe in education asa professionand hold ourselves to high level of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for our colleagues and students
Benefits
The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $48,500
This role is eligible for various stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500-$4,000 each
For more information about our compensation and total rewards, visit our page
Additional hourly compensation is provided for after school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned
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
Paid Family Leave : Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their 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 an employer paid 403(b) retirement matching of up to 4% of your annual compensation
IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable
Responsibilities
Exceptional Student Education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities
All IDEA teachers are responsible for ensuring that every IDEA student masters the academic, behavioral and social skills necessary to succeed in college, while also embodying IDEA’s values daily
IDEA teachers set ambitious goals for student achievement and diligently track student data to drive effective educational programming decisions
Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students
Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of 12-15 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
Teach Critical Student Intervention (CSI) small groups consisting of students that are academically at risk in reading and / or math to include students in general education, 504, response-to-intervention, Special Education and English Language Learners
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
Implementstate learning standards and IDEAcurricula 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 individual 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
Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work related 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
Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization
Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationshipsin order toachieve outcomes
Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of an Exceptional Student Education(para-professional) in the RISE classroom
Job description
Description

This job posting is not for any specific role that is currently open. Instead, 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 continue to monitor our Career Site and apply to actual vacancies that match your interests.

Role Mission : IDEA Exceptional Student Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of critical students.

Exceptional Student Education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities.

They teach various subjects, such as reading, writing, and math, to students with gaps of 2 or more years. The main goal is to close that gap by 2 years in just one school year.

The IDEA Exceptional Student Education teacher provides the crucial bridge between home and school for our highest need students and their families.

All IDEA teachers are responsible for ensuring that every IDEA student masters the academic, behavioral and social skills necessary to succeed in college, while also embodying IDEA’s values daily.

IDEA teachers set ambitious goals for student achievement and diligently track student data to drive effective educational programming decisions.

IDEA teachers seek feedback and continue to develop their teaching practice to better serve IDEA students.

What We Offer

Compensation :

The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $48,500. This role is eligible for various stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500-$4,000 each.

For more information about our compensation and total rewards, visit our 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 their 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 an employer paid 403(b) retirement matching of up to 4% of your annual compensation.

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 an Exceptional Student Education classroom setting
• Licenses or Certifications : valid state certification in Exceptional Student Education is required, current GT endorsement or willingness to earn GT endorsement upon hire required

Knowledge and Skills :
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• 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

Exceptional Student Education Teacher Responsibilities :
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of 12-15 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
• Teach Critical Student Intervention (CSI) small groups consisting of students that are academically at risk in reading and / or math to include students in general education, 504, response-to-intervention, Special Education and English Language Learners.
• 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
• Implementstate learning standards and IDEAcurricula 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 individual 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
• Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work related 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

We look for Team and Family who embody the followingvaluesand characteristics :
• Believes and is committed to our missionand being an agent of change : that all studentsare capable of gettingto and through college
• Has demonstrated effectiveoutcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them
• Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improvequickly
• Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change
• Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization
• Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationshipsin order toachieve outcomes
• We believe in education asa professionand hold ourselves to high level of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for our colleagues and students

Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable) :
• Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of an Exceptional Student Education(para-professional) in the RISE classroom.

Last updated : 2024-0+-24