Special Education Teacher

Connections Academy

Special Education Teacher managing online instructional programs for students with special needs at Florida Connections Academy. Collaborating with learning coaches and teachers to ensure compliance and success in special education.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans, while effectively communicating with parents and collaborating with educators to support students with special needs. Proficient in utilizing technology for virtual instruction and maintaining accurate documentation within special education frameworks.

Highest-signal resume keywords

IEP DevelopmentExceptional Student Education Certification K-12ESOL CertificationSpecial Education Policy Knowledge (IDEA)Microsoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

IEP ImplementationAssessment EvaluationData ManagementVirtual TeachingSpecial Education Software Proficiency

Soft Skills

Customer Focused ApproachFlexibilityTeam CollaborationFast-Paced Work Adaptability

Tools & Technologies

Learning Management SystemWeb-Conferencing Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Florida Teaching Certificate in Exceptional Student Education K-12Mathematics 6-12 CertificationElementary Education K-6 CertificationESE K-12 Certification

Industry Keywords

Special EducationIEP Process504 PlansState Testing AdministrationService Provider Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching and general strategies for a caseload of students
Develop, write and help implement IEPs and 504 plans
Evaluate tests and assessments, complete report cards and conduct parent conferences
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
Provide direct services to students including services delivered through web-conferencing software, as needed
Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed
Participate in the school’s Student Support Team; help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students
Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process
Assist with locating service providers for students needing related services as mandated by their IEPs
Assist with negotiating and executing contracts with service providers for students requiring such services
Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software
Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations that are required based on the IEP
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
A valid Florida Teaching Certificate in Exceptional Student Education K-12 is required
One of the following additional certifications: Mathematics 6-12 or Elementary Education K-6
ESOL Certification or Endorsement required
ESE K-12 certification required
Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products)
Customer focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
Team player track record
Travel across the state is required for state testing administration (may require overnight travel)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Flexible work arrangements