Network Special Education Support Teacher (2022-2023) [Immediate Start]
Full Time
Denver, CO
Posted
Job description
Network Special Education Support Teacher
DSST Public Schools (DSST) seeks a Special Education certified Network Special Education Support Teacher to join one of the leading charter school organizations in the nation. We serve 6-12th grade students across Denver and Aurora. Our mission is to transform urban public education by eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success in college and the 21st century.
Overview of Position:
DSST Public Schools seeks a teacher with a track-record of raising student achievement to join a team of educators dedicated to ensuring that students with disabilities are welcomed, known, and challenged to achieve their most ambitious post-secondary path. Our teachers are leaders who play an integral role in ensuring student success through supporting our school culture, developing and instructing a rigorous curriculum, and using data to drive their daily practice. DSST’s Network Special Education Support Teacher will play a critical role in ensuring all students with disabilities in the network receive high quality and legally compliant services as outlined in their Individual Education Programs (IEPs). At the direction of the Home Office Special Education Team, this Teacher will support DSST schools during times when they are in need of additional capacity and/or expertise on their school-based Special Education Team.
Like all Special Education Teachers at DSST, the Network Special Education Support Teacher will serve students from all eligibility categories. This position may include teaching literacy, math, language skills, behavioral skills, daily living skills, and/or adaptive skills at both the Middle School and High School levels. Our teachers provide instruction at the large group, small group and individual level, and collaborate with general education staff for successful inclusion of students. Special Education Teachers also conduct evaluations, create and implement IEPs, monitor progress towards students’ goals, and communicate with families and related service providers.
Because of the unique nature of this role, we are seeking a certified Special Education Teacher who is flexible and has strong skills in communicating and building relationships with adults and students.
Essential Functions:
Overview
- Demonstrate relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of students
- Take holistic accountability for student and school success- taking ownership of each student’s academic success or failure, as well as the legal compliance and achievement of the school’s Special Education goals
- Live and model the network’s core values with colleagues, students, parents and the larger community
- Collaborate with the Home Office Special Services Team, as well as multiple school based teams.
Classroom Teaching and Special Education Case Management
- At the direction of the Home Office Special Education Team, be assigned to schools throughout the DSST network in order to ensure all Special Education services are successfully implemented when schools are in need of additional capacity and/or expertise on their Special Education Team.
- Assignment to a school could be for short (a week) or long (several months) periods of time and could require supporting multiple schools throughout the course of a week.
- Support of schools may include, but is not limited to the following:
- Providing specialized instruction and service minutes to students in alignment with their IEPs
- Creating and implementing IEPs and evaluations
- Progress monitoring of IEP goals
- Serving as a member of the school’s Special Education Team (attending team meetings, abiding by team expectations, etc.)
- Supporting Special Education Coordinators in leading the team to design and implement compliant and timely IEPs and evaluations
- Other supports as deemed necessary
- Spend, on average, 4 to 4.5 days per week in the school setting. If a full time role comes available, may be asked to take on that position.
Communication and Relationship Building
- While at a school setting, report to and communicate with the school-based Special Education Admin for direction on priorities, time management, progress of students and case management, etc.
- Build relationships with members of the school leadership and Special Education Team at schools
- Communicate with General Education Teachers, other Special Education Teachers and school leaders about schedules and priorities, student needs and progress, etc.
- Communicate regularly with the Home Office Special Services Team
- As needed, communicate with families about student needs and progress
- Collaborate with school based Special Education Admin and Senior Managers of Special Education to create and implement time bound school support project plans prior to an in school assignment.
Home Office Team Member
- Participate actively as a member of the Home Office Special Services Team; attend weekly Special Services Team and Special Education Team meetings as well as key Home Office culture events (e.g., annual retreat, etc.)
- Participate actively during Home Office Special Education Team meetings
- Report to and receive coaching and support from Sr. Manager of Special Education
- Support Home Office Special Education Team in creating and delivering professional development to Special Education teachers when not working directly to support a school
- Support Home Office Special Education Team in monitoring Special Education compliance across campuses when not directly supporting a school
- Support Home Office summer projects during school recess
Job Requirements
Candidates are required to have a Bachelor's Degree.
Applicants for Special Education teaching positions must meet the following requirements:
Have both a teaching license and a special education endorsement:
Type of License:
- A7- Special Education Teacher in Residence
- ATL- Alternative Teacher License
- ATLW- Alternative Teacher License Waiver
- INTL- Initial Teacher License
- PFTL- Professional Teacher License
- PFTM- Professional Teacher License- Master
AND
License Endorsement:
- Special Education Generalist
- Special Education Specialist
- Teacher 1-Moderate Needs
- Teacher- Educationally Handicapped (EH)
Applicants for teaching positions in core subject areas should generally meet the following requirements:
Click here to view more information about Praxis and PLACE exams.
Additional Requirements:
- 3+ years of Special Education teaching experience in 6-12 setting
- Leadership experience:
- 2+ years of experience as a Special Education coordinator or leader at the school level
- Deep knowledge of Special Education law and instructional best practices
- Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build relationships and collaborate with leaders and teachers - Master's Degree or advanced coursework in relevant field strongly preferred
Commitments:
Commitment to Equity
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We believe that if we actively commit to equitable and inclusive practices aligned to our mission and values, our students and staff will achieve at high levels.
Commitment to Continuous Growth
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We believe that if we foster our own growth mindsets, our students and staff will develop a commitment to continuous improvement and thus maximize their potential.
Commitment to Healthy Team
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We believe that if we commit to modeling and fostering healthy teams, our students and staff will achieve a collective success that surpasses that of the individuals
Drives to Results
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We believe if we strategically develop systems and people with a driven sense of urgency and focus on results, our students and staff will achieve ambitious goals.
Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Special Education
Compensation and Benefits:
Starting salary for this position will be between $52,000-$70,000 and is commensurate with experience*
- Final salary may be adjusted based on years of experience in a relevant, aligned role of similar level and responsibilities up to 6 years of experience.
DSST Public Schools is committed to providing our staff with benefit offerings that empower each of our employees to make the choices that best meet their individualized and personal needs while also keeping cost in mind.
DSST Benefit highlights include:
- Paid leave beginning from day one
- Instant access to benefits concierge for medical, dental, vision, appointment booking, and online doctor consultations etc.
- KISX Card assistance with high cost/low incidence surgeries, procedures, and major imaging
- Aflac supplemental insurance to help with out-of-pocket expenses not covered by insurance
- Two Dental Plan options offered through Aetna
- Employee Assistance and Counseling Support
- Access to additional discounts through our benefit partners exclusively for DSST staff.
- Candidates placed in Aurora Science & Tech. will be eligible for a PERA Retirement Plan
Physical Demands:
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
DSST Public Schools proudly values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Denver School of Science and Technology does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. (Protected Classes).
DSST Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against a member of a Protected Class in admission or access to, or terms and conditions of employment, or in its programs and activities. DSST Public Schools shall operate as an equal opportunity employer and will provide and safeguard the opportunity for all persons to seek, obtain, hold and advance in employment within the district without discrimination. The District shall actively promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive, aggressive, continuing affirmative action program.
Further, DSST Public Schools affirms the rights of all Protected Classes to be free from intimidation, discrimination, physical harm and/or harassment.
DSST Public Schools shall inform students, parents, employees and the general public each school year that the educational programs, activities and employment opportunities offered by the district are offered without regard to ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability. The announcement shall also include the name/title, address and telephone number of the person designated to coordinate Title IX and Section 504 and ADA compliance activities.
Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources.
DSST Public Schools Overview:
DSST Public Schools (DSST) operates a network of tuition-free, open-enrollment public STEM charter schools. DSST schools operate within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) and Aurora Public Schools (APS) districts. Our schools focus on building a community where students and staff are valued for their unique talents. Meaningful relationships are at the core of our model which is why our schools are small enough so that every student is known and valued for their individuality. We have developed systems and structures to ensure our students will be prepared for college, career and life. The student population across the DSST network is 84% students of color and 71% qualify for free and reduced lunch. This year, DSST will serve approximately 6,000 students at fifteen schools on nine campuses across Denver and Aurora.
DSST Public Schools employees support each other not only to have fulfilling careers, but more importantly, to lead fulfilling lives that combines deeply meaningful professional work with personal well-being. Our core values are central to our program and to our results. These values are embedded in everything that we do and how we do it, both for our students and our staff. The six DSST core values are:
Respect - We appreciate each person and their story through our words, actions, and attitudes. We value their unique perspective and treat others with dignity.
Responsibility - We acknowledge that our actions and choices impact ourselves and our community. We take ownership for what we do and how we choose to do it.
Integrity - We act and speak with honesty, fairness, and thoughtfulness. We consistently align our words and actions.
Courage - We possess the confidence and resolve to take risks, push ourselves, and persevere in the face of pressure, adversity or unfamiliar circumstances.
Curiosity - We are eager to learn, questions, and explore. We have a thirst for knowledge, a love of investigation, and a desire to learn about ourselves, our community, and our world.
Doing Your Best - We put our best effort into everything we do. We know that individual and collective effort are required for our community to thrive.
Responsibility - We acknowledge that our actions and choices impact ourselves and our community. We take ownership for what we do and how we choose to do it.
Integrity - We act and speak with honesty, fairness, and thoughtfulness. We consistently align our words and actions.
Courage - We possess the confidence and resolve to take risks, push ourselves, and persevere in the face of pressure, adversity or unfamiliar circumstances.
Curiosity - We are eager to learn, questions, and explore. We have a thirst for knowledge, a love of investigation, and a desire to learn about ourselves, our community, and our world.
Doing Your Best - We put our best effort into everything we do. We know that individual and collective effort are required for our community to thrive.
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