Special Education Teacher/Case Manager FT or PT possible Classical Charter School

Job Title: Special Education Teacher/Case Manager (FT / PT)
Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND)-Brighton, CO
FLSA: Exempt
Reports To: Dean of Student Services
Work days: 190 days school year calendar, typically 7:15 a.m. to 3:30
p.m. and professional development days
Compensation Range: $55,000 - $75,000 annually (FT) Proration for Part-Time
role
Start Date: Immediately

Position Summary:
At Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver, Special Education professionals set
the structure for compliance with federal and state mandates within the mission and
vision of our rich classical pedagogy. Special Education Teachers and Case Managers
are dedicated to mastering the key elements of their services and to the intellectual and
moral betterment of their students. Ascent Classical Academies staff take seriously their
own moral and intellectual improvement as part of a hard-working, supportive, and
excellence-driven culture. ACAND is seeking an experienced Special Education
specialist who is passionate about building systems and programs to serve students with
disability in a rich and rigorous classical program. ACAND is currently K through 9th
grade and will be adding grades as our students grow.

Required Skills/Abilities:
● Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred
● Current license in Special Education or current enrollment in licensure program
● Expertise in Special Education programs and planning
● Loyalty to the school and ACAND's mission and vision
● Commitment to model moral character in line with the school's core virtues
● Adherence to all ACACS policies, including but not limited to the Employee
Handbook, Family Handbook, and all applicable school and board policies
● Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
● Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment

Essential Functions:
Develop programs and plans compliant with federal and state mandates which align
with the mission and pedagogy of our Hillsdale College curriculum. Maintain student
service, assessment and progress monitoring schedule. Manage support staff in the
delivery of services and accommodations. Build strong relationships with students, staff
and parents. Collaborate with school staff and administration as ACAND grows.
Support the promotion of virtue in all functions. Demonstrate consistent and reliable
attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper
procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students,
colleagues, and school operations

Special education duties:
● Create lessons within the framework set by our content-rich curriculum in
alignment with federal and state mandates
● Organize and conduct IEP meetings for students on caseload
● Evaluate students for special education according to IDEA and CDE guidelines
● Schedule and manage services provided by para professionals
● Schedule and manage IEP meetings with parents and teachers
● Complete relevant paperwork, including writing IEPs, documenting student's
progress and creating reports in an accurate, thorough, and timely manner
● Attend all relevant training on curricula, programs, school policy and other
professional
● Development opportunities for staff to provide Tier 1 interventions
● Manage MTSS systems for the identification of further need
Maintenance of Good Parental Relations:
● Communicate regularly with parents on student achievement and concerns
● Meet with parents and staff to discuss the educational plan for each student
● Complete all required training and provide documentation
● Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively
perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
● Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:
● Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to
teach
● Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
● Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust ones tone and height, by
bending or leaning, in order to teach each child.

Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.


• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.


• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.


• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.


• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.

Verification of Qualifications: You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

Our company participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.