ACCEL Schools is seeking highly-qualified Special Education Teachers at Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy Kearneysville, WV dedicated to providing a superior education for all students in our upcoming 2022-2023 school year! We are seeking teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.Founded in 2014, ACCEL Schools is a K-12 public charter school management organization (CMO) across the United States. We manage a network of over 50 charter schools within Ohio and surrounding states. Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free, public charter school opening in Fall 2022 for K-10 students. Located on a serene 30-acre, rural campus in Jefferson County, the school belongs to the acclaimed ACCEL Schools network and provides a college-prep curriculum aligned to state standards. A fully certified and licensed faculty promotes a culture of high expectations where students can grow academically as well as socially and emotionally. As a community-centered school, Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy builds strong relationships with our families, neighbors, and community organizations.The Special Education Teacher supports the educational and behavioral goals of all students with a focus on students with an Individualized Education Program.Responsibilities:Work cooperatively with classroom teachers, interpreting the abilities and disabilities of these students, assisting in classroom intervention strategies, modifying general education curricular as necessary, and assisting the student with regular class assignments.Conduct diagnostic assessments for instructionConduct functional behavior assessmentsWrite and implement behavior improvement plansFacilitate IEP Meetings and write IEP goals and objectivesRelentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific achievement goals.Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and instruction.Serve as advisor for a designated set of studentsCommunicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child.Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field tripsPerform other duties as assignedQualifications:Current state licenseKnowledge of State Standards and Common Core StandardsExperience working in a full room inclusion type model or Co-Teaching in a Resource Room modelHigh level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring.High quality written and verbal communication skillsHigh proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and OutlookExcellent organization and time management skillsAbility to work independently and contribute to a teamAbility to pass federal and state criminal background checks (FBI/BCI)Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferredCompensation & Benefits:Salary will begin at $36,500 and is commensurate with experienceBenefit packages including medical, dental and visionHealth Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) optionsEligible to participate in applicable retirement plan (STRS or SERS), with company contributionCompany paid basic term life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insuranceAdditional basic life/AD&D insurance and whole life insurance optionsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance ProgramPaid time off (PTO) and paid holidaysBonuses and stipend opportunitiesAnnual compensation adjustmentsEmployee development and leadership opportunitiesEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bonafide occupational qualification exists.#INDTEACH