ACCEL Schools
education
SpecialEducationTeacher
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“Special Education Teacher at ACCEL Schools. Skills: Special Education, IEP, Instruction, Assessment. Support educational goals. Support behavioral goals”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet all goals related to student achievement; Meet all goals related to culture; Meet all state specific achievement goals
Industry & Context.
Pass federal and state criminal background checks
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Current state license, Knowledge of State Standards, Knowledge of Common Core Standards, Experience working in a full room inclusion type model, Co-Teaching in a Resource Room model, High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment, High quality written and verbal communication skills, High proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Excellent organization skills, Excellent time management skills, Ability to work independently, Ability to contribute to a team, Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
Nice to Have
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting
What You'll Do.
Support educational goals
Support behavioral goals
Interpret student abilities
Interpret student disabilities
Assist in classroom intervention
Modify general education curricular
Assist student with regular class assignments
Conduct diagnostic assessments
Conduct functional behavior assessments
Write behavior improvement plans
Implement behavior improvement plans
Facilitate IEP Meetings
Meet student achievement goals
Meet state achievement goals
Utilize research-based best practices
Integrate culturally responsive teaching
Communicate with families
Participate in non-instructional activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work cooperatively with classroom teachers; Contribute to a team
Communication Scope
High quality written communication skills; High quality verbal communication skills; Communicate regularly with families
Full Job Description
About the Team ACCEL Schools is seeking highly qualified Special Education Teacher at Barber Preparatory Academy in Highland Park, Michigan dedicated to providing a superior education for all students for upcoming 2026-2027 school year. We are seeking individuals who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. Be part of the difference at Barber Preparatory Academy! Barber Preparatory Academy is a public charter school providing PK-8th grade students with a well-rounded education including community service learning and competitive sports. Celebrating over 10 years of service to the Highland Park community, the school is known for its welcoming staff and faculty. Barber Prep is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014. About the Opportunity: The Special Education Teacher supports the educational and behavioral goals of all students with a focus on students with an Individualized Education Program. Responsibilities of the Special Education Teacher include to- Work cooperatively with classroom teachers, interpreting the abilities and disabilities of these students, assisting in classroom intervention strategies, modifying general education curricular as necessary, and assisting the student with regular class assignments. Conduct diagnostic assessments for instruction Conduct functional behavior assessments Write and implement behavior improvement plans Facilitate IEP Meetings and write IEP goals and objectives Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific achievement goals. Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and instruction. Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues. Serve as advisor for a designated set of students Communic
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