Lead Teacher - Special Education (K-12)

Position OverviewThe Special Education Teacher role holds the primary responsibility for developing, monitoring accommodations, and implementing the curriculum, school culture, and the success of the school’s students with special needs.Duties/ResponsibilitiesCurriculum Development and InstructionPlan and deliver instruction while maintaining and improving instructional techniques and classroom management, including assessments, grading, and other classroom responsibilities.Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and assess students’ progressUse data to inform instructional decisionsOffer academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.Collaborate with families and Special Education teams to develop 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that offer appropriate accommodations and modifications.Demonstrate strong pedagogyCommitment to School and Classroom CultureWork collaboratively with your school team and those across KIPP Capital RegionHelp develop a school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, teachers, and familiesAttend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staffDevelop positive rapport with studentsCreate and foster a positive and calm learning environmentEnforce, uphold, and exhibit the school’s values, student management policies, and cultureFamily EngagementEstablish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents and share progressBe available for open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and other events involving parentsMake him/herself available to students, parents, and other staff membersGrowth MindsetPursue challenging professional goals each yearWilling to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvementParticipate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)Performs other duties as assigned