ESE Teacher

<p class="p1"><em>As a pioneer in the Charter school movement,&nbsp;</em><em>CSUSA is one of the fastest-growing education&nbsp;</em><em>management organizations in the United States,&nbsp;</em><em>providing a wide variety of educational choices&nbsp;</em><em>to over 82,000 students in more than 150 schools&nbsp;</em><em>across Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina,&nbsp;</em><em>and Louisiana.</em></p> <strong>Charter Schools USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</strong>

FL-Ocoee-Renaissance Charter at Crown Point

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA)

As a pioneer in the Charter school movement, CSUSA is one of the fastest-growing education management organizations in the United States, providing a wide variety of educational choices to over 82,000 students in more than 150 schools across Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Louisiana.<br /><br /><strong>Charter Schools USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</strong> https://www.charterschoolsusa.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=394111&type=d

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Full-Time

Renaissance Charter at Crown Point

Overview: Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest &shy;performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life&trade;. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students equipping them with real world readiness, prepared for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts&trade;.<br /><br /><strong>Job Purpose<br /></strong><br />To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life &trade;. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts&trade; through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As an ESE Teacher, you will work in partnership with parents, students, and regular education teachers in accordance with the school's mission and vision in order to promote student achievement. The following responsibilities and duties are the means to achieve that end while maintaining compliance with Federal and State Regulations.
Responsibilities: <strong>Instruction/Education&nbsp;</strong><br /> <ul> <li>Prepares for and conducts Parent and student conferencing according to school policy.</li> <li>Delivers student instruction in modalities instituted by the school and assigned program (may include but are not limited to: Individual or Group Direct Synchronous Instruction, Learning Support, Life Skills Support, Itinerant Support, Resource Room Support, co-teaching, writing lesson plans, telephone conferencing and instruction, Parent Learning Opportunities).</li> <li>Collects data and appropriate work samples.</li> <li>Plans and conducts appointments with parents as needed.</li> <li>Assists regular education teachers with specially designed instruction when necessary.</li> <li>Participates at monthly outings encouraged.</li> <li>Provides support for ESE student achievement in the general class through training teachers and assisting with the implementation of school inclusion plans.</li> <li>Arranges for and assists with training for inclusionary practices.</li> <li>Acts as an informational liaison for inclusion as appropriate.</li> <li>Assists with planning for classroom and testing accommodations for students with disabilities.</li> <li>Models' strategies for inclusionary practices as appropriate.</li> <li>Provides assistance with developing and adapting curriculum materials and educational practices to meet the needs of students and teachers.</li> </ul> <strong>Monitoring and Compliance</strong><br /> <ul> <li>Collaborates with regular education teachers to monitor student progress and compliance (including student compliance issues, withdrawals, etc.).</li> <li>Proctors standardized tests.</li> <li>Completes student progress reports four times a year (quarterly).</li> </ul> <strong>Special Education Responsibilities</strong><br /> <ul> <li>Maintains IEPs, Quarterly Reports, Progress Monitoring for caseload.</li> <li>Develops and Implements IEPs with measurable goals using Progress Monitoring.</li> <li>Collects and Reports Progress Monitoring Data for all student goals.</li> <li>Conduct IEP meetings within timelines.</li> <li>Makes data-driven instructional decisions to improve student outcomes.</li> <li>Completes Quarterly Progress Reports.</li> <li>Maintains accurate and compliant special education data (class lists with contact info, related services info, IEP due dates, etc.).</li> <li>Completes reevaluations in accordance with Regulations and best practices.</li> <li>Completes all special education paperwork accurately, according to regulations, and on time.</li> <li>Develops and monitors appropriate transition plans for students of transition age.</li> <li>Maintains communication with Related Service Providers and Case Managers to ensure compliance with the provision of services, evaluations, and quarterly progress reports.</li> <li>Administers diagnostic assessments as needed.</li> <li>Obtains and maintains compliant special education student files.</li> <li>Participates in State specific training.</li> <li>Attends Professional Development as designated on the school calendar (travel may be required).</li> </ul> <strong>Communication</strong><br /> <ul> <li>Communicates with Regular Education Teachers and Administrators when necessary.</li> <li>Participates in weekly team meetings.</li> <li>Acknowledge e-mails and voice mails within 24 hours (excluding weekends, holidays, etc.).</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.</li> <li>Possesses strong time management &amp; organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.</li> <li>Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff. Is sensitive to sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image, as unique situations present themselves.</li> <li>Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and displays such between all stakeholders: being courteous, professional, and helpful.</li> <li>Possesses excellent communication skills: Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing.</li> <li>Has the ability to be at work consistently, to be on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and to solicit feedback to improve performance.</li> <li>Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications.</li> <li>Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.</li> <li>Strives to implement best practices and positive character education consistently.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Job Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.</li> <li>State Certified in Special Education as well as Highly Qualified (HQ) status in the subject areas and grades assigned.</li> <li>Certified in at least two areas of Exceptional Education, preferred.</li> <li>Successful results of criminal and employment background checks.</li> <li>Command of grades/subject-specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory, including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation and feedback techniques.</li> <li>Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience.</li> <li>Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.</li> <li>Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.</li> <li>Such alternatives to the above requirements as CSUSA may find appropriate and acceptable.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>May perform other duties assigned.</li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">Work Environment</span></strong></p> <p><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter:</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">Usual schools working conditions.</span></li> <li><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">May be noisy during high student traffic</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">Physical Demands</span></strong></p> <p><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">No physical exertion required.</span></li> <li>Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.</li> <li><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">FLSA Overtime Category</span></strong></p> <p><span data-darkreader-inline-color="">Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.</span></p>