K-8th Grade Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher
Job Description:
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is seeking a compassionate, student-focused Special Education Teacher to join our dedicated team. This role is responsible for providing high-quality instructional support to students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans. The ideal candidate will be deeply committed to meeting the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of all learners while ensuring full compliance with state and federal special education regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in accordance with their IEPs and 504 Plans in a structured, inclusive, and supportive environment

• Establish and communicate clear, measurable learning objectives for all lessons

• Employ specialized instructional strategies to support development in areas such as language, cognitive skills, sensory integration, and memory retention

• Deliver differentiated academic instruction using research-based techniques, including phonetics, multisensory approaches, and scaffolded repetition

• Promote a positive and productive classroom environment by implementing school-wide behavioral expectations and proactive management strategies

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including service delivery logs, lesson plans, and student performance data

• Serve as case manager and primary contact for students on your caseload, including coordinating and participating in IEP meetings

• Complete quarterly progress reports and contribute to comprehensive evaluations and re-evaluations

• Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and related service providers during weekly team meetings and multidisciplinary planning sessions

• Partner effectively with parents, administrators, and support staff to develop, implement, and monitor individualized education plans

• Support the administration and facilitation of standardized assessments, including ensuring appropriate accommodations

• Participate in professional development sessions, curriculum alignment initiatives, and school-wide instructional planning

• Perform additional duties as assigned, which may include dismissal supervision, clerical tasks, and other school-related responsibilities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education (required)

• SEI Endorsement (required)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to assess student needs and implement effective, data-driven interventions

• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to teamwork and shared responsibility

• Experience analyzing assessment data to inform instruction and monitor progress

• Solid understanding of special education laws, instructional best practices, and IEP/504 development

• Excellent classroom management and organizational skills

• Commitment to supporting students with diverse learning needs

• Successful completion of all applicable MTEL exams within one year of employment

Reporting Structure:
This position reports directly to the Head of Special Education and is a full-time, annual appointment subject to yearly evaluation.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.