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Role Mission: RISE stands for Reaching Independence through Student Education. IDEA Special Education RISE teachers ensure that our students with the most significant disabilities, are held to very high achievement expectations so that they reach their fullest potential.u00A0 Our IDEA Special Education RISE teachers provide resources, education, training and emotional support to the families they serve so families are prepared for long-term plans for their children.

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All IDEA teachers are responsible for ensuring that every IDEA student masters the academic, behavioral and social skills necessary to succeed in college, while also embodying IDEAu2019s values daily. IDEA teachers set ambitious goals for student achievement and diligently track student data to drive effective educational programming decisions. IDEA teachers seek feedback and continue to develop their teaching practice to better serve IDEA students.

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What We Offer

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• The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $54,500 u00A0This role is eligible for various stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500-$4,000 each. We also offer opportunities and incentives through our Teacher Career Pathway with the potential to earn up to $10,000 in additional compensation. For more information about our compensation and total rewards, vis it our compensation and benefits page.

• Additional hourly compensation is provided for after school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.

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Other Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children. Some of the special benefits we offer at IDEA include:

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• Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their tenure with the organization and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to u200B 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employe r -Paid Mental/Behavioral Health : 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a yea r , unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling , and other work-life services available at no cost.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Professional Development: We offer staff opportunities to engage in identity-based affinity space and leadership training covering a variety of topics such as culturally competent leadership, models of equity, mitigating bias, and more.u00A0

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Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

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What You Bring -- Competencies

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Qualifications:

• Education: Bacheloru2019s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
• Experience: Experience in a Special Education classroom setting with students who have significant disabilities
• Licenses or Certifications: Valid Texas s tate certification in Special Education and core content areas required
  • Please submit an application if you are currently pursuing certification

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Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment
• Ability to facilitate Admission, Review and Dismissal meetings
• Strong family engagement and communication
• Record of results for students who are academically at risk

What Youu2019ll Do -- Accountabilities

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Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students
• Support coordination of related services for students on their caseload
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Implement IEPs, assess studentsu2019 performance, and track their progress
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect studentsu2019 progress and goals
• Assess studentsu2019 skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans
• Collect and analyze student data in order to make effective decisions to maximize achievement
• Discuss studentu2019s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation

• Implement u00A0 state learning standards and IDEA u00A0 curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each individual studentu2019s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update gradebook weekly
• Communicate studentsu2019 progress with student and family on a weekly basis
• Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work related tasks.
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus- wide initiatives while developing studentsu2019 character and sense of community in the classroom
• Help shape and develop a school wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify.
• Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all studentsu2019 needs
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school wide meetings and functions
• Engage in summer and year-long district, school and personal learning and development
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week
• Additional responsibilities may include: after-school tutoring or Saturday school and are based on the needs of our scholars

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• Believes and is committed to our mission u00A0 and being an agent of change: that all students u00A0 are capable of getting u00A0 to and through college u00A0 u00A0
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• Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve u00A0 quickly u00A0
• Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes u00A0
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change u00A0
• Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization u00A0
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Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable):

• Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom.

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At IDEA Public Schools, we believe u00A0 each and every u00A0 child can go to college. u00A0 Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools. u00A0 u00A0 u00A0

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IDEA Public Schools boasts national rankings on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Reportu2019s top high u00A0 schools u00A0 lists. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Ohio, and is on-track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. u00A0 u00A0 u00A0 u00A0

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When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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At IDEA we recognize that racism, bias, and privilege exist in society. We are committed to an organizational culture that promotes awareness and inclusivity for our students and staff and supports their path to positively impact our broader society. We are committed to recognizing the impact of racism and privilege, and commit as an organization to have equitable practices, policies, and structures. Visit https://ideapublicschools.org/dei/ to learn about IDEAu2019s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Anti-Racist and Anti-Bias commitment.

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To Apply

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