Special Education Teacher - Inspire Connections Academy

• Iep development & compliance
• Develop, write, and implement IEPs and 504 plans in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Schedule, organize, and conduct IEP-related meetings.
• Maintain organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation, and procedures related to the IEP process.
• Coordinate and ensure required accommodations and modifications are implemented appropriately.
• Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special needs to ensure that their IEP goals are being met and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion;
• Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with specific needs and potential learning issues;
• Maintain the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation, and procedures for the IEP process;
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school's Learning Management System and special education software.

• Student support & intervention
• Participate in the school's Student Support Team to help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies.
• Provide guidance and support to ensure students' individual needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Collaboration & professional practice
• Collaborate daily with colleagues through virtual and in-person meetings, shared systems, and ongoing communication to support student success.
• Consult with teachers, counselors, and other staff to develop alternative enrichment activities, accommodations, and instructional modifications to increase students' understanding.
• Work with School Counselors to ensure students and families receive appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress, and established goals are being met;
• Collaborate within the school's professional learning community to continuously monitor student data and make strong instructional decisions that have a direct impact on student learning.

• Homeroom & school responsibilities
• Manage a class of Homeroom Students by actively monitoring attendance, academic progress, and engagement, and completing required school-year tasks such as Welcome Calls and End-of-Year Calls.
• Maintain frequent communication with students and parents regarding academic progress, promotion/graduation status, and attendance, especially when a student is off track.
• Proctor state testing at a physical location under the supervision of the State Testing Coordinator and Test Site Lead Assist with administering state testing and coordinating any special testing adaptations required by the IEP.
• Participate in student recruitment sessions and other marketing efforts requiring teacher representation.
• Attend required school and district professional development and pursue ongoing professional growth within assigned curriculum areas.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• This position is set to begin on August 4, 2026.
• Highly qualified and certified to teach Special Education in Idaho with a valid Idaho Exceptional Child Generalist (K-12) credential.
• Applicants must reside in Idaho.
• Strong technology skills, particularly with Google Workspace, Zoom, and Windows-based operating systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze data, develop and implement intervention plans, and track student progress.
• High degree of flexibility, strong collaboration skills, and ability to work independently from and manage responsibilities in a remote, home-based setting.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for marketing events, field trips, and state testing (may include overnight travel).
• Ability to work occasional evening hours to support families as needed.
• Private workspace free from distraction, high-speed internet, and appropriate childcare arrangements for any dependent children during scheduled work hours (8-4 MST).
• Two-step authentication is required to access all systems and may require the use of a personal device.