Special Education Teacher JobDescription

About Us: Did you know that in January 2023, Cherokee Charter Academy was named a “School of Distinction” for outperforming the local traditional public schools in Cherokee County? Would you be interested in joining our team of teachers who have the freedom and autonomy of teaching a rigorous curriculum in a supportive environment? 

Come join us in our fourth school year as we continue to grow and develop our award-winning public charter school with high academic and behavior expectations. We at Cherokee Charter Academy are committed to developing the next generation of American citizens with the skills to be critical thinkers and have the character traits to excel. We are adding one grade level per year and will be serving students in 4K through 8th grade next school year. In the near future, we will also be applying for expansion of our charter to serve students in high school beginning in the 23-24 school year. 

We are looking for talented individuals who build productive relationships and can grow all students to academic excellence. We have a competitive benefits package including the South Carolina PEBA benefits offered along with up to a 4% matching 401K retirement plan. Spaces are limited, so apply to join our team today!

MainJob Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities:

·Plan,prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learningexperiences with Core Knowledge, Eureka, and Core Virtues Curriculum in a smallgroup setting and/or classroom push-in

· Updateall necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, districtpolicies, and school regulations

· ConstructIEP and/or 504 documents in collaboration with team members

· Scheduleand participate in committee on special education meetings with Director of SpecialEducation

· Maintaina positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning

· Administerschool-wide assessments and use data to inform instruction

· Identifyand select instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs

· Userelevant educational and/or assistive technology to support instruction

· Observeand evaluate student's performance and development

· Maintainaccurate and complete records of students' progress toward goals anddevelopment

· Appropriatelymanage student behavior in the classroom and establish positive relationships

· Participatein department and school meetings, parent meetings, and professionaldevelopment

· Communicatenecessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regardingstudent progress and student needs

· Adhereto CCA school policies and procedures

· Workcollaboratively with classroom assistants and the Director of Special Educationas needed

· Maintainprofessionalism in the workplace

JobSkills & Requirements:

·Bachelor'sdegree in special education, literacy, or related field

·SouthCarolina State Certification (Special Education)

PreferredQualifications:Master's degree in special education or related field; Experience with NorthwestEvaluation Association (NWEA)

ApplicationDirections: Please send a cover letter, resume, and a list of threeprofessional references to schooldirector@cherokee.education.