Secondary Special Education Math Teacher- Algebra
Position Summary: Working from one of our Family Service Centers located in Pennsylvania, the position of Secondary Special Education Math Teacher at Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA) is responsible for providing, managing, and delivering special designed instructional programs through a virtual platform for learners. The Secondary Special Education Math Teacher is responsible for teaching a daily math class using a modified curriculum designed to meet the unique needs of learners and providing direct instruction and support to learners in areas of need as defined by the IEP. Working from one of our Family Service Centers in Pennsylvania, the Special Education Teacher utilizes the proprietary relationship management system in conjunction with other technology resources (web conference tools, telephone, internet, and various curriculum tools and applications) to provide instruction, feedback, and support while consulting regularly with learners, caretakers, learning coaches, and others to ensure that each learner successfully receives all supports and services in their Individual Education Program (IEP). They will work closely with other teachers and school staff to ensure that the school’s special education program is successful and operates in compliance with federal and state regulations.
CCA Teachers are driven by and held accountable to a model of excellence. CCA’s desire is to be both a school and employer of choice by disrupting the traditional paradigm of delivering instruction and providing a focused, specialized, and individualized approach for all learners while rewarding teachers through collaborative practices and high achievement. This position is the heart and soul of CCA and, as such, individuals tasked with this responsibility must be aligned with the mission, vision, and values of CCA. In order to be successful as a teacher at CCA, the Teacher must carry out all responsibilities in such a way that demonstrates and models a commitment to these overarching goals, abides by all standards and expectations, and behaves in a professional and engaged manner at all times.
Essential Functions:
Gather data, develop specially designed instruction, write goals, and guide the full implementation of IEPs. Maintain routines for scheduling progress monitoring sessions with learners and tracking learner data for communicating measurable growth toward goal attainment to families.
Commit to fully understanding learners’ interests, unique disability profiles, and prior educational experiences, to build relationships & promote consistent engagement in school routines.
Competencies:
- Certified to teach in Pennsylvania with Special Education Certification
- Certified to teach in Pennsylvania with Secondary Math Certification
- Pedagogical knowledge of content being taught and ability to apply critical thinking
- Knowledge of state content standards and ability to align those with the K-12 curriculum
- Ability to galvanize and embrace change, innovating and adapting to ensure excellent student outcomes
- Ability to demonstrate sound decision-making and professional judgement skills, to solve problems independently, and demonstrate a high level of organization
- Ability to maintain teacher certification/professional development hours
- Demonstrated proficiency with office technology (especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office programs)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Customer focused approach with a high degree of flexibility
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
- Demonstrated track record of collaboration, collegiality, and being a team player while always demonstrating the highest level of professionalism
- Work from a CCA Family Service Center on a regular full-time or scheduled basis
- Ability to travel on occasion and as assigned for marketing, field trips, and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
- Ability to work some occasional evening or weekend hours as needed to support some families
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Remote offices, when in use, must provide appropriate and effective conditions for conducting all duties of the position. Remote office wifi and/or cellular service must be conducive for conducting the full duties of the position and are a requirement to conduct any work from outside of the Family Service Center.
Physical Demands:
This is largely a sedentary role. Requires the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend, or stand, as necessary. Ability to travel to other sites/locations as needed.
Position Type:
- 10-month
- Full-time
- Exempt
- Salary
Travel:
Travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience:
- Degree in Special Education or related education Field
- Valid Special Education Credential Grades K-12 in Pennsylvania
- Valid Math Certification in Pennsylvania
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Dual Certification in Special Education and at least one additional content area
- 1-3 years of experience teaching in an online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment
- Experience working in a virtual environment
- Experience with Zoom, iReady and other online platforms
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
- Valid PA Driver’s License
- Appropriate Automobile Insurance Coverage
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Commonwealth Charter Academy is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.