Special Education Content Coach

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About Acceleration Academies

At Acceleration Academies, we believe in transforming the lives of students who have disengaged from traditional schooling to achieve their high school diploma through personalized, flexible learning and innovative educational practices, we empower young adults to earn their high school diploma tuition-free. Partnering with school districts nationwide, our dropout recovery and student re-engagement programs are supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to compassionate, impactful teaching.

The Role

As a Special Education Teacher , you will serve as the primary instructional resource for our Graduation Candidates (GCs), delivering competency-based content, supporting personalized learning, and guiding students toward graduation and post-secondary success. You'll work with a collaborative team to provide academic, social-emotional, and career-oriented support that empowers each learner's journey. This is a part-time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Enrollment : Support new student enrollment by engaging in recruitment and outreach efforts. Assist in creating Personalized Learning Plans tailored to each student\'s unique needs and goals.
• Retention : Serve as an advisor for assigned students by maintaining open communication with them and their support team. Monitor students' attendance, academic progress, and overall well-being to ensure consistent engagement and success.
• Academics : Plan and deliver subject-specific instruction in both individual and group settings, ensuring students stay on track toward course completion and mastery of the material. Conduct assessments—both formative and summative—to evaluate students\' progress and adjust teaching methods. Analyze and utilize data to inform instructional decisions and enhance student outcomes. Demonstrate a foundational understanding of IEPs, ESE, and ELL accommodations; support and document progress toward goals and participate in required meetings. Provide targeted remediation and enrichment activities; contribute to academy initiatives and events.
• Advocacy : Collaborate with the student support team to develop personalized learning pathways, behavior improvement plans, and transition strategies. Participate in academy-wide meetings and represent the academy in community events to advocate for student success. Perform other responsibilities as needed to support the academy\'s mission.

What We're Looking For

Education : Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred

Licensure : Washington 6-12 educator's license with a secondary ESE / Special Education endorsement (REQUIRED).

Experience : 2+ years of teaching experience (high school preferred).

Skills : Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on inclusivity and collaboration.

Passion : A commitment to supporting at-risk youth and fostering their academic and personal breakthroughs.

Preferred Qualifications

Why Join Us

Being part of Acceleration Academies means joining a team dedicated to transforming student outcomes. Here, you'll directly impact students' lives, championing their growth, resilience, and path to graduation.

We Value Our Team's Well-being

Equal Opportunity Employer

Acceleration Academies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will evaluate all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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