Virtual Resource Special Education Teacher
About the position LEARN Academy is seeking a Full-Time Virtual Special Education Teacher for a Kinder through 8th Grade Classroom for the 2026-2027 School Year. This role offers local clinical manager support and focuses on elementary and middle school-aged students. LEARN Academy is a nationwide provider of special education services, partnering with schools to improve the quality and efficiency of services for children with special needs. As a Special Education Teacher, you will play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of comprehensive special education services to children with diverse learning needs, implementing evidence-based interventions to enhance students' academic, social, and life skills. You will collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers, evaluating student needs, developing and implementing treatment plans, and monitoring progress toward IEP goals.
Responsibilities
- Assess students' abilities and develop individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to their unique needs.
- Adapt general education lessons and teaching techniques to meet the needs of students with various disabilities.
- Collaborate with general education teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive support for students.
- Prepare and organize classroom activities, educational materials, and assistive technologies to create an effective learning environment.
- Monitor and document student progress, adjusting teaching strategies and IEPs as necessary.
- Manage classroom behavior, implementing positive behavior support strategies when needed.
- Participate in IEP meetings, providing insights on student progress and recommending appropriate interventions.
- Engage in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in special education.
- Support early intervening services by participating in multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) or response to intervention (RTI) initiatives.
- Advocate for students' needs and rights, ensuring they receive appropriate accommodations and services.
- Complete academic assessments as directed by school site.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in special education or related field
- Current ADE certification
- Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint card
- Presently eligible to work in the United States
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401K
- Paid time off
- Holiday Pay
- Professional development allowance
- Licensure reimbursement
- Professional association dues reimbursement
- Referral Bonuses