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Bilingual Special Education Teacher - Academia Cesar Chavez
Posted on 2024-10-14 3:54:22 PM
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Located on the eastside of Saint Paul, Academia Cesar Chavez is a public charter school founded in 2000, serving students PreK through 8th Grade. Academia Cesar Chavez is a community-based, Dual-Language Bilingual school with a focus on honoring the lived experiences and cultural backgrounds of all students and their families through our core values of Identity, Solidarity, Intellect, and Justice.
ACC is now accepting applications for the following position:
Bilingual Special Education Teacher
Department: Academic - SPED
Reports to: Special Education Coordinator
Management Role: Non-Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Overview
The Special Education Teacher provides an enriching learning environment that is in alignment with the academic vision of the school, honors the skills and assets students bring to the classroom, and is culturally-affirming for the families and community we serve. This position performs a broad range of instructional services or specific learning programs in order to support students in building knowledge and skills in accordance with each individualized abilities of each student, using a variety of teaching methods.
Responsibilities
Classroom Instruction
Carry out individualized instruction for students in accordance with their IEPs
Tailor lessons to students, scaffold and differentiate instruction based on unique learning styles and individualized learning plans to ensure all students are challenged and engaged
Use state standards to craft a rigorous, objective-driven program
Assess student progress and adjust instruction as needed
Encourage student prosocial development in all classroom interactions
Celebrate and promote positive interactions between students in the classroom
Provide multiple opportunities for students to achieve mastery while simultaneously promoting achievement by all students
Create a learning environment conducive to collaboration and mutual respect for one another
Reflect critically on the classroom experience, encouraging self-reflection in students as well
Reporting & Compliance
Develop and support implementation of Individualized Educational Plans for students
Maintain compliance of a caseload of 10-18 students
Adhere to procedural requirements, including due process timelines
Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports as required by school, state, and federal policy
Community of Practice
Reflect on areas of growth for the Special Education department
Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to continuously build and grow the academic program
Learn and utilize specialized approaches for delivering curriculum to Emerging Bilingual students
Attend school-wide meetings and professional development sessions to stay up-to-date on the academic program, to continuously improve practice, and support progress towards the mission of the school
Family Engagement
Build rapport with families to stay in communication about their student’s progress
Learn and stay attuned to the cultural dynamics and communication styles present, adapting as necessary
Share positive and exciting milestones with families about their student as they arise
Meet with families during Parent/Teacher Conferences
Attend and support school-hosted community events
Reach out and engage with family members present
Conduct home visits as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher, Master’s preferred
Must hold a current teaching license in the state of Minnesota in Special Education, or be able to obtain one
Fluent in Spanish preferred
Up-to-date knowledge of current due process
Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse students preferred
Excellent communication skills with students, families, and colleagues
Able to build rapport with students and their families
Skills & Traits
Candidates must:
Demonstrate knowledge or willingness to learn innovative teaching methods
Be driven to empower students from historically-underserved communities
Work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a team
Be dedicated to doing whatever it takes to support all students achieving academic success
Learn how to value all kinds of skills that students bring to the classroom
Demonstrate alignment with the educational philosophy and core beliefs of Academia Cesar Chavez
Schedule
This is a 10-month position, from August to June. The typical work day is 7:15am to 3:15pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional extended times to accommodate for staff meetings, learning team meetings, and schoolwide events.
Compensation
Competitive salary for this position is based on skills and experience of the candidate, with reviews and adjustments occurring annually. A comprehensive benefits package is included.
To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, and references to hr@cesarchavezschool.com
Academia Cesar Chavez
1801 Lacrosse Ave, Saint Paul MN 55119
(651) 778-2940
Academia Cesar Chavez is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.