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Special Education Teacher on Assignment (TOA)

Commonwealth Charter Academy | PA

Posted Date 10/31/2024
Description Special Education Teacher on Assignment


Position Description
Working form one of our Family Service Centers located in Pennsylvania, the CCA Special Education Teacher on Assignment (TOA) will “virtually” manage instructional programs in the absence of the classroom teacher. As a CCA TOA, the employee will be hired as a full-time, permanent staff member. He or she will fill needs within our K-12 school on either daily or several day/week placements. In addition, the Special Education TOA will serve as the IEP case manager for assigned students as needed. To be successful in any role at CCA, employees must carry out all responsibilities in such a way that demonstrates and models the values of CCA, abides by all standards, and behaves in a professional and always engaged manner.

In order to be successful in any role at CCA, employee must carry out all responsibilities in such a way that demonstrates and models the values of CCA, abides by all standards and behaves in a professional and engaged manner at all times.
  • Complete all grading and progress monitoring for each individual student.
  • Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction.
  • Teach lessons and supervise classroom activities virtually, which are provided by the classroom teacher.
  • Monitor completion of assignments.
  • Provide direct instruction to students as it pertains to their goals and objectives outlined on the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
  • Maintain contact with the educational team and the program supervisor.
  • Monitor the progress of students through observations, data collection and analysis under the direction of the program supervisor.
  • Create IEP documents as directed by program supervisor to meet federal and state timeline requirements.
  • Assist students with learning the day’s content
  • Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing.
  • Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K-12 curriculum.
  • Support students and parents with additional assistance for daily assignments and projects.
  • Keep student records and data up to date, including attendance and communications.
  • Maintain virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community” that was established by the classroom teacher.
  • Participate in the organization and administration of state testing as directed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Competencies
  • Must be able to work full time at a CCA Family Service Center
  • Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office programs)
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Customer focused approach with a high degree of flexibility
  • Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
  • Team player track record
  • Willingness to travel on occasion for community outreach and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
  • Ability to work remotely, if necessary
  • Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families

Work Environment
This job operates in a work from home environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role. Requires the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend, or stand, as necessary. Ability to travel to other sites/locations as needed.

Position Type
  • Full-time
  • Exempt
  • Salary

Travel
  • Some travel is expected for this position

Required Education and Experience
  • Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
  • Valid Special Education certification grades K-12 in Pennsylvania

Preferred Education and Experience
  • Dual Certification
  • 2 Years of Teaching Experience

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
  • Valid PA Driver’s License
  • Appropriate Automobile Insurance Coverage

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


Commonwealth Charter Academy is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.

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