SY 26-27 Learning Specialist K1 - Gr. 8 (Special Education Teacher)

Role Overview The learning specialist provides special education services as designated by a student's IEP. The position requires supporting students' growth, collaborating with content teachers, planning and implementing learning experiences, and modifying grade level work to ensure access to grade level standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Partner with lead teachers to support an optimal learning environment for students Co‑plan lessons with academic teachers to support student learning Provide push‑in and pull‑out support as designated by students' IEPs Write IEP goals matched to student needs Monitor and document student progress Write IEP reports related to student progress on their IEP Attend all IEP meetings in accordance with assigned students Provide service delivery for students, including RTI support for at‑risk students Collaborate to develop and implement individualized behavior plans to support self‑regulation goals Consult with academic and music teachers to design and support the implementation of students' accommodations Utilize the schoolwide management systems and routines to enforce school and class expectations to support students in maintaining scholarly behavior Lead small group and individual instruction using identified scientific, research‑based interventions focused specifically on individual student difficulties Maintain records of interventions and progress monitoring to ensure fidelity of implementation Assist the lead teacher in maintaining two‑way communication with families, including attending team/parent meetings as required Assist with universal screening of students Assist with all testing accommodations Utilize tracking systems to maintain lists of students participating in interventions Supervise student groups as assigned by the schedule Utilize feedback to reflect on skills and improve performance to improve supports for students Perform related duties as requested to support a safe learning environment Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Student Services, Principal, or designee Qualifications Special Education license Reading license Experience working in an urban environment Ability to work closely and collaborate on a professional team Ability to maintain confidentiality Strong oral and written communication skills Flexible and able to work in a fast‑paced environment Bilingual – Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole (preferred) Salary commensurate with experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr TrulyHired