SY 26-27 Elementary Special Education Lead Teacher

Special Education Lead Teacher For the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, Bridges is seeking a Special Education Lead Teacher for an elementary-level non-categorical self-contained classroom for students with high-level special needs. $1000.00 sign-on bonus for new hires!!! Our mission is to provide an exemplary educational program that includes all students. Our developmentally appropriate, student and family-centered educational approach nurtures students to expand their developmental skills, in order to build a foundation for life-long learning. Our core values are: Responsibility Engagement Acceptance Creativity Honesty We are seeking passionate educators to build an inclusive PK-5 school community. We are seeking committed individuals to provide high-quality and innovative instruction to a diverse student community. We are seeking individuals that recognize that they are in a position of public trust and are held to a high standard of personal and professional conduct. If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and build a brighter future for our community. A Bridges "Graduate" is a unique and independent individual who is prepared to pave their own path. Self advocates through their preferred communication modalities. Welcomes diversity with inclusion, openness, acceptance, and respect for others. Demonstrates empathy and a desire to help and support others in need. Perseveres in the face of challenges to meet their individual academic, social, and extracurricular goals. Is prepared for the next steps after leaving Bridges Public Charter School. As a Special Education Teacher, you will be responsible for: Planning and managing an elementary non-categorical self-contained classroom with high-level special needs students and assistant teachers. Developing and implementing the classroom discrete trial instruction, social skills instruction, and behavior plan implementation in collaboration with the lead teacher under the supervision of the BCBA. Contributing to Social/Emotional progress reports and IEP development under the supervision of the BCBA. Assessing student progress regularly using VBMAPP Milestones, Transitions, and Barriers assessments. Regularly collecting data to track students' progress in 3 program areas: curriculum, IEP, and ABA/VB. Completing quarterly progress reports (IEP progress reports and curriculum progress reports). Collaborating with related service providers, special education coordinator, curriculum coordinator, ELL Teacher, and student parents to plan for student needs. Implementing and maintaining students' Functional Communication Protocols and Behavior Protocols to respond to students' behavior appropriately and successfully. Participating in the IEP process by writing present levels, IEP goals, and providing thoughtful reflections during team meetings. Coordinating with general education teachers to create opportunities for inclusive learning. Supporting the creation of a classroom culture and environment that develops and nurtures the emotional, cognitive, and social abilities of the students. Engaging parents and families in their student's learning and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community. Contributing productively to the school as a whole. Attending and participating in school events outside of regular school hours. Other duties as assigned. Professional responsibilities include: Adhering to the 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. work day. Regularly attending work and adhering to all attendance policies. Being on time for classes, duties, team meetings, and professional development activities. Communicate about and plan for absences in advance with teaching teams and the Principal. Participating in weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings. Contributing to PLC sessions by being prepared to share data, ideas, student work, materials, feedback, facilitating sessions, and/or discussions. Participating in a Summer Professional Development. Summer Professional Development will be two weeks in August before students return. Seeking out additional opportunities for professional development that will lead to achieving personal and school-wide professional development goals. Reading provided school information and adhering to all deadlines. Responding to all emails within 24 hours or the next business day. Other professional duties as assigned. School culture expectations include: Creating and maintaining a physically and emotionally safe environment for students. Communicating respectfully to students, staff, and families at all times. Modeling, practicing, and discussing respectful, unbiased, and effective communication with students. Other school culture expectations as assigned. Qualifications include: Education: Bachelor's Degree (required). Master's Degree in Elementary Education and/or Special Education (preferred). Certification in Special Education (preferred). Passed the Praxis SPED exams (preferred). Have 1 to 2 years of successful classroom teaching experience in an urban school setting. 2 or more years of teaching experience is preferred. Be a strong classroom manager. Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population. Have a track record of being a team player and community-minded. Be committed to their own learning, including training in ABA/VB. Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently. Passion for public schools. Adherence to a high level of professional and ethical standards. Salary range: $57,500-$88,500/Per Year Salary is based on educational level, certification(s), and years of experience. The successful candidate will be contracted yearly. Employment will be renewed according to evaluations and staff interest. Child care and health savings plans, pre-tax deduction for Metro, bike racks, and regular staff engagement and wellness activities. Staff lounge and lactation room for nursing mothers. Health benefits (medical & dental), disability insurance, and a retirement plan: 401 (k) with a 4% match or the continuation of the DCPS retirement plan. To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.

Created: 2026-03-04