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K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better. Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Grand Canyon Private Academy. We want you to be a part of our talented team! The mission of Grand Canyon Private Academy is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us! A Special Education Teacher works in schools to support students with special needs and who may require additional assistance. Special Education Teachers work closely with the school's special education teachers, certified teachers, and school administrators to implement instruction and support that meets students' individualized needs. This role supports students in obtaining the goals and benchmarks written in their Individual Educational Plan (IEP). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Assist teachers in delivering instruction using differentiated methods that meet the needs and goals of the student's IEP; Work with assistive technology, when needed, to teach regular education curriculum using different methods to better meet student needs; Co-teach and collaborate with special education teachers, general education teachers and coaches to share strategies for modifications, accommodations and interventions; Coordinate with the Special Education Teacher on special education requirements needed to meet the needs of the students in the regular education inclusion program, their IEP goals and objectives; Utilize knowledge of state standards and testing requirements to assess students for mastery and validate student learning; Prepare students for standardized tests; Assist with testing for local and state assessments; Facilitate regular communication with students, parents, teachers, coaches, staff, administrators and other legitimate stakeholders regarding student performance, progress and academic expectations; Work generally to establish and maintain positive relationships with families; Track student progress and motivate students using incentives that reinforce individual goals; Enter documentation and perform other record-keeping in appropriate systems; Work with the Special Education team to maintain compliance with Company and the District's record-keeping requirements; Provide necessary reports; Participate in meetings regarding special education students; Participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and professional development (virtual and face-to-face); Solve day-to-day problems presented by staff and students; Collaborate with the Special Education team and school in developing an effective Special Education program; Participate as a member of the Response to Intervention process, if asked to; Participate in school committee work to plan asse