Special Education Teacher: Mod/Severe

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential.

We are seeking a Special Education Teacher: Mod/Severe to join our team.

Our Ideal Candidate

• You are growth-oriented, eager to learn from feedback and coaching, and committed to ongoing professional development.
• You have at least 2 years of experience working in special education, behavioral support, or related settings.
• You are collaborative and eager to build case management expertise, coordinating services, writing compliant IEPs, and partnering with paraprofessionals, families, and general education teachers.
• You have experience in behavior supports, with a background or understanding of basic Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, and a belief that all student behaviors communicate underlying needs that deserve thoughtful support.
• You are equity-driven and resilient, committed to meaningful inclusion and closing opportunity gaps for students with disabilities.

Essential Functions

Instruction & Inclusion

• Ensure that all students work toward and achieve the rigorous academic and functional goals outlined in their IEPs.
• Deliver a combination of academic instruction, functional/adaptive skills, and communication supports.
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction, as well as push-in and pull-out support.
• Lead and coach paraprofessionals to ensure consistent, high-quality implementation of accommodations, modifications, and individualized supports.

Case Management & Compliance

• Own and manage an IEP caseload aligned with state regulations.
• Draft and write professional IEPs, facilitate IEP meetings, and ensure compliance with IDEA and state law.
• Collaborate with psychologists and related service providers for evaluations.
• Communicate regularly with families and team members about student progress, goals, and accommodations.

Behavior & Family Partnership

• Approach behavior with the mindset that all behaviors communicate a need.
• Implement and oversee Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Apply intensive behavior support practices, including principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and crisis intervention techniques.
• Partner with families through IEP meetings, regular communication, and home visits.

Rocketship Professional Culture

• Engage fully in weekly coaching and ongoing professional development.
• Act with urgency and courage in the best interests of students.
• Engage in self-reflection, taking ownership of outcomes and learning from experiences.
• Collaborate effectively with general educators, paraprofessionals, and related service providers.

Required Qualifications

• Hold a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution.
• Hold a valid Moderate/Severe Support Needs credential.
• Must maintain active and in-good-standing credential status throughout employment with Rocketship.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with children in special education, behavioral support, or related settings.
• Experience leading or coaching paraprofessionals.
• Background or understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles.

Additional Information The salary range for this position is $74,200 - $86,670 per year.