APPLETREE EARLY LEARNING PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL·Washington, District of Columbia
The teacher implements Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and the Response to Intervention (RTI) model to support diverse preschool learners. They are responsible for comprehensive case management, IDEA compliance, and collaborating with families and general education teachers.
AppleTree’s mission is to close the achievement gap before students get to kindergarten.
To accomplish this mission, we focus exclusively on preschool and pre-K education.
We provide free, full-day public charter school programming for three- and four-year-olds in 12 locations across Washington, DC, employing our innovative and award winning instructional model, Every Child Ready (ECR).
This instructional model provides educators with tools and resources for “What to Teach,” “How to Teach,” and “How to Measure Success.” Our instructional model is also used by partners across the nation.
We continuously test and improve this model through feedback from AppleTree educators, partners, and other stakeholders to ensure that children are learning and exploring through play and appropriate instruction.
The Self-Contained Special Education Teacher ensures that all children and families with special needs receive optimal, developmentally-appropriate educational experiences. Under the primary direction of the Special Education Manager and secondary direction of the Principal, the Special Education Teacher will implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in inclusion, push-in and/or pull-out settings. The Special Education Teacher will work with general education teachers in a consultative manner to integrate research-based interventions into their practice applying the Response to Intervention model.
This position will support the Self-Contained Special Education Manager with administrative tasks including IDEA compliance activities and comprehensive case management of students participating in the special education program. The Self-Contained Special Education Teacher reports to the Special Education Manager, with input from the school Principal.
This is an on-site position based in Washington, DC.
What you’ll do…
Support the development and achievement of young and diverse learners
Implement developmentally-appropriate instructional activities that encourage the child with special needs abilities to analyze, conceptualize, synthesize and evaluate
Demonstrate competency and expertise with the implementation of AppleTree’s instructional program
Implement the Response to Intervention (RTI) instructional model to maximize student achievement, especially for those students identified for special education and students in need of intervention
Plan and provide differentiated and individualized instruction that supports students’ social, emotional, physical and cognitive development in alignment with AELPCS’ standards and/or the IEP
Consult with general education teachers to support the implementation of the RTI model
Support assessment activities related to the special education program including identification and eligibility in accordance with IDEA, and aligned with RTI and AELPCS standards
Provide specialized instruction during Extended School Year (ESY) to eligible students.
Ensure compliance with federal and local regulations.
Support the full continuum of services for children transitioning from Tier 2 to Tier 3 of the RTI process
Utilize the OSSE approved special education data system (SEDS) including SEDS, Easy IEP, and other mandated systems to track and document student progress
Assist with the development of the AELPCS Special Education Program for the purposes of ensuring program quality and continued compliance with all state and federal laws
Maintain accurate special education records, to include documentation of service delivery and monitors the documentation of special education services provided as required by IDEA, state regulations, and AELPCS policies
The preceding description is not designed to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of the Self-Contained Special Education Teacher. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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Candidates must have at least a bachelor's degree in elementary or early childhood special education and a passing score on the Praxis 5025 exam. Two or more years of professional teaching experience with children with special needs is required.
Market context
In the District of Columbia, classroom teacher openings are often shaped by ongoing demand in public charter schools and schools serving underserved communities. These roles are competitive because employers look for candidates with a bachelor’s degree, a clear commitment to teaching, and alignment with the school’s mission; benefits may include medical, vision, dental, prescription drug coverage, and graduate tuition support. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show experience or interest in serving diverse student communities.
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