Full Time Special Education Teachers, K-12
- Employer
- PA Virtual Charter School
- Location
- Pennsylvania
- Salary
- Range of $44,250-$48,750 depending on degree + benefits
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- Job Category
- Teaching, Special Education Teacher
- Grade Level
- Elementary School, Middle School, High School
- Job Type
- Full-Time
PA Virtual has openings for Full Time Special Education Teachers at the Elementary, Middle and High School Levels.
All teaching positions are remote and we require candidates to have a current, valid certification to teach in the state of Pennsylvania.
ALL PA COUNTIES welcome to apply.
To learn more about our school and to submit an online application, please visit our website: https://www.pavcsk12.org/about-us/careers
Special Education Teachers
Department: Special Instruction (K-4, 5-8, 9-12)
Work Location: Remote
Position Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Program Principal
Pay Type: Salaried
Union: Yes
Position Summary:
The Teacher position is responsible for the planning, organization and implementation of an appropriate instructional program, in an elementary or secondary virtual learning environment, that encourages students to develop and fulfill their full academic potential, in accordance with the school’s vision and mission. An appropriate instructional program includes academic instruction that is aligned to state standards, and includes appropriate interventions to improve student learning. Work is performed under the supervision of the academic program principal.
Essential Responsibilities:
Onboarding
Administer and review placement and benchmark assessment tests as necessary
Orient incoming students and learning coaches/parents and provide ongoing trainings as necessary
Instructional Strategies
Design, deliver, monitor and collaborate in developing pedagogy, academic goals and instructional strategies for students, that align with state-standards, using synchronous and asynchronous modes of instruction, as required
Develop language acquisition support plans for ELL students and work with teacher peer(s) to implement plans, as required
Offer resources to students and parents to support varied learners utilizing the School’s curriculum and supplemental materials
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and teaching strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students, to include whole group, co-teaching, small group and individual learning
Incorporate literacy strategies and writing in all lessons in accordance with the PA Virtual Writing Framework, as appropriate
Conduct conferences, via an electronic medium, with each student and/or learning coach to set academic goals, discuss instructional plans and strategies, and monitor progress for each student
Create and maintain a virtual classroom
Collect, assess, and provide feedback for all assignments
Develop, implement, update and review personal learning plans for all students; to include recording yearly academic achievement goals, external assessment scores, conference notes and parent contact
Review qualitative and quantitative data to inform teaching and learning
Monitoring and Compliance
Monitor student attendance regularly
Monitor and document student progress and mastery of skills
Ensure grades are up-to-date and record semester end progress monitoring activities as necessary
Monitor and implement students’ IEP goals
Document and contact non-compliant/truant families/students
Administer academic achievement and language proficiency tests to determine both placement and progress (WIDA, Study Island, PSSA, Keystone, etc.)
Proctor, state testing, as needed
Collaboration
Participate in school-wide outings (4 per year); unless actively supporting onboarding program
Collaborate with administrators, colleagues and learning coaches as necessary
Participate in special education meetings when scheduled (RTI, MDE, IEP, etc.)
Prepare for and participate in team meetings, as required (Ex: DTM, RTII, Small Learning Community, etc.)
Participate in meetings with Principal/Supervisor (Ex: Test Preparation summaries, data review, lesson plan review, etc.)
Collaborate, as necessary, to improve student outcomes by implementing appropriate educational and behavioral strategies
Communication
Respond to e-mails and voice mails within 24 hours (excluding weekends, holidays, etc.)
Serve as the point of contact for academic inquiries or escalations
Maintain cooperative and collaborative partnerships with families and students
Send email or invitation reminders to parents/students as required; not limited to class assignments, conferences, etc.
Communicate regularly and escalate as appropriate to Principal/Supervisor
Conduct conferences, via an electronic medium, with each student and/or learning coach to set academic goals, discuss instructional plans and strategies, and monitor progress for each student
Schedule and hold virtual office hours
Professional Learning
Participate in Professional Learning sessions or trainings as assigned (New teacher training/induction, August PD, team /program/department PD, etc.)
Participate in performance assessment and observational meetings with Supervisor
Participate in required state assessment trainings annually
Travel Requirements
(Certain travel events may require overnight accommodations)
State assessment proctoring assignments, as needed
Face-to-Face professional learning/development sessions
Graduation ceremony annually
Other school-wide events as necessary
Home visits as necessary
Face-to-Face performance assessment meeting(s), as needed, annually
School Wide Outings; can attend additional outings at teacher discretion.
Other travel as required within regular work day with advanced notice and following proper security protocols (i.e. providing instruction in a student’s home)
Non‐Essential Responsibilities:
Other duties, as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
Education, Certifications, Experience:
Valid Pennsylvania Teacher Certification
Prior teaching experience required; online experience a plus
Prior working knowledge of PA Virtual software, systems, policies and procedures a plus (not required)
Other Eligibility Requirements/Qualifications:
Ability to work a flexible schedule during certain seasons; as necessary and in accordance with the CBA
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications
Possess demonstrated proficiency of computer and technology skills, including managing files, recording data and reporting grades electronically
Knowledge of: PA Common Core Standards, Danielson Teacher Effectiveness Framework, Special education regulations and laws, K12 Inc. online school, Blackboard, Sapphire and any additional systems at PA Virtual, Compass Learning Odyssey, Diagnostic summative and formative assessments, State assessments and tools, Distributive Team Meeting protocol
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,250/year with Bachelor's Degree, $47,250/year with Master's Degree, $48,750/year with Master's +15
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