Exceptional Student Services Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

BASIS Goodyear is seeking an Exceptional Student Services Teacher for an immediate start!

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Join one of the nation’s most innovative and dynamic education networks – BASIS Charter Schools! We are committed to raising the standards of student learning and providing educators with the tools and support they need to thrive. As an Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Teacher, you will play a vital role in empowering students with diverse learning needs to reach their full potential. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with talented educators, engage with supportive families, and make a lasting difference in the lives of students. At BASIS Charter Schools, we believe in excellence, growth and community – and we’re looking for passionate professionals who share that vision.

Position Summary

The Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Teacher works directly with students to identify and provide required educational services and supports as part of an individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 Plans, or English Learner (EL) Plan. The ESS Teacher participates in parent meetings, ensures compliance with disability law and related practices, and collaborates with general education teachers to support student success.

Essential Functions

• Provide specialized instruction and support to fulfill IEP, 504 and EL requirements.
• Manage case services for students with disabilities, including plan program and development.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal special education laws.
• Facilitate IEP and 504 meetings and participate in MET (Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team) meetings.
• Support general education teachers in implementing IEP requirements to ensure FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education).
• Collect and maintain documentation associated with IEP’s, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
• Gather student data for IEP and MET meetings, track and report progress on IEP goals.
• Prepare and submit accurate, timely data for regulatory purposes.
• Adapt and deliver specially designed instruction for eligible students with disabilities.
• Perform CPI-certified restraint or seclusion as designated (if required).
• Oversee day-to-day responsibilities of Instructional Assistants.
• Proctor individual or small group assessments for state, district, or alternate testing.
• Manage the 504 process and EL assessments/services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certification: Valid Special Education Certification, CPR and First Aid, valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education; Master’s degree in Special Education or related field.
• Experience: One or more years of special education teaching experience.
• Certification: CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention).
• System Knowledge: Familiarity with IEP Pro or other IEP document management systems.

Benefits and Salary

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience.
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Employer-paid medical and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Ability to add dependents
  • 401k with partial match that grows over time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of any actual or perceived classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. Inquiries regarding BASIS’ nondiscrimination policies should be directed to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

*As used in this policy, the term “BASIS” refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC; BASIS Charter Schools, Inc.; BDC, A Public Charter School, Inc.; BBR Schools, Inc.; BASIS Texas Charter Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.