Job descriptionOur Mission“Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.”-Martin Luther King, Jr.Through high expectations, a structured academic environment, and positive character development, Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence ensures that every student in kindergarten through grade 5 is equipped to think critically, communicate clearly, and are empowered with a strong ethical foundation to be set on the path for success in college, career, and life. The school incorporates Dr. King’s commitment to the highest standards in scholarship, civic participation, and the ideal of the beloved community.Who We AreMartin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence (MLKCSE) is a free, public charter school offering a high-quality academic program and positive character building to 360 students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 in Springfield, MA. To learn more about MLKCSE please visit our website at:www.mlkcs.orgPosition DescriptionSpecial educator teachers at MLKCSE lead the coordination of special education services in accordance with their students' IEPs. This includes delivering specialized instruction aligned to students’ IEP goals. The special educator works closely with the classroom teacher to ensure accommodations and/or modifications are being implemented.ResponsibilitiesProvide research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP, which includes implementation of a combination of pull out and inclusion model services depending on the services required by the student’s IEPCollaborate with classroom teachers to assist with planning and implementation of classroom accommodationsDevelop Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goalsPlan and implement targeted lesson plans according to goals on the IEP.Do baseline testing to determine educational needs and develop a strategic plan to address areas for supportCommunicate with Special Education Director, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Psychologist, General Education Teacher and other specialists about student progressPromote and maintain parent/guardian’s involvement through positive family engagementParticipate in assigned professional developmentParticipate in all required periodic after school eventsOther duties as assigned by the Principal or Special Education DirectorRequired QualificationsBachelor's DegreePreliminary MA teaching certification or working toward earning MA teaching certification in Special EducationSEI or RETELL endorsementPreferred QualificationsExperience preferred, particularly in an urban settingBilingual (Spanish) candidates encouraged to applyModerate Disabilities K-5 MA LicenseEqual Opportunity EmployerMLKCSE is committed to ensuring that all of its programs and facilities are accessible to all members of the public and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $50,000.00 - $85,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insuranceGrade levels:1st grade2nd grade3rd grade4th grade5th gradeKindergartenSchedule:Monday to FridaySchool subjects:HistoryMathReadingSocial StudiesSchool type:Charter schoolLicense/Certification:Teaching Certification (Preferred)Valid MA Teaching License (Preferred)Work Location: In person