Michigan Online Middle School Special Education Teacher - Join Our Team at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy

Transforming Education through Innovation and Personalized Learning

At Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA), a Stride K12 partner school, we're revolutionizing the way students learn by providing a high-quality, personalized education experience that's tailored to their unique needs and abilities. As a leading online school, we're committed to creating a culture of inclusion, diversity, and excellence, where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, and where every individual can thrive and reach their full potential.

About Us

Stride K12 is a pioneer in the online education industry, dedicated to providing students with a world-class education that's accessible, flexible, and effective. Our mission is to empower students to succeed in their academic and personal pursuits, and to equip them with the skills, knowledge, and character necessary to excel in an ever-changing world. At MGLVA, we're driven by a shared vision to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students, coupled with a rigorous curriculum, data-driven instruction, and a student-centered approach.

Job Summary: Michigan Online Middle School Special Education Teacher

We're seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our team at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy. As a Special Education Teacher, you'll play a critical role in delivering high-quality instruction, support, and guidance to students with special needs, and in ensuring that their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are implemented effectively. This is a full-time, remote position that requires a strong commitment to personalized learning, a passion for teaching, and a willingness to work collaboratively with students, parents, and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement compliant IEPs, progress reports, and other state-specific special education documentation
• Communicate effectively with parents and related service staff to ensure that students with special needs receive the necessary therapies and support
• Facilitate and lead collaborative special education meetings, such as annual IEP meetings
• Use provided resources to ensure accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities, such as assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible text
• Make modifications and accommodations to Stride K12 lessons and assessments as specified by the IEP
• Collect data and work samples to monitor student progress towards IEP goals and objectives
• Document all contact with parents and interventions with students
• Analyze student data to prescribe remediation and enrichment as needed
• Provide rich and engaging synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences for students
• Maintain grade book ensuring student academic integrity, makes student placement and promotion decisions, and alerts administrators to concerns about student performance and progress
• Prepare students for high-stakes standardized tests
• Establish and maintain positive rapport with families and regularly communicate with and respond to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner
• Support learning coaches/parents with student curricular and instructional issues, as well as basic troubleshooting in a virtual classroom environment
• Travel as required (on average once per month and/or approximately 25% of the time) for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and as required by school

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Active State Special Education teaching license
• Ability to clear required background check
• Michigan residency
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers to interpret and produce numeric, tabular, and graphic representations of student data
• Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
• Strong written/verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with the proposed age group (middle school students)
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
• Experience teaching online (virtual) and/or in a brick-and-mortar environment
• Experience with online learning platforms

What We Offer

At Stride K12, we offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment that's conducive to professional growth and development. As a remote employee, you'll enjoy the flexibility to work from home, while still being connected to a community of passionate educators and professionals who share your commitment to excellence.

Our Culture

At MGLVA, we're committed to creating a culture of inclusion, diversity, and excellence, where every individual can thrive and reach their full potential. We value a great attitude, a willingness to learn, and a passion for teaching, and we're dedicated to providing our employees with the support, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed.

Why Join Our Team?

By joining our team at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy, you'll become part of a dynamic community of educators and professionals who are passionate about transforming education through innovation and personalized learning. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students, to develop your skills and expertise, and to grow professionally in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Don't Hesitate, Apply!

We value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all. If you're passionate about teaching, committed to personalized learning, and excited about the opportunity to join our team, we encourage you to submit your application today. Don't worry if you don't meet every single requirement – we're looking for talented individuals who are eager to make a difference and grow with our organization.

Stride, Inc. is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.