Special Education RISE Co-Teacher

The Special Education Co-Teacher position is ideal for a candidate looking to gain valuable experience in Special Education teaching. This position is ideal for a candidate who has at least 48 college hours, wants challenging work, and the opportunity to advance in his or her education career. RISE stands for Reaching Independence through Support and Education. IDEA Special Education RISE Co-Teachers work with students with significant cognitive and/or pervasive developmental disabilities.

What You Will Do

Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers. Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress. Provide support for individual students inside and outside of the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We look for Team and Family who embody the following values and characteristics: Believes and is committed to our mission and being an agent of change: that all students are capable of getting to and through college. Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them.

Requirements

• At least 48 college hours required, bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience working with children with cognitive and/or pervasive developmental disabilities strongly preferred
• Willingness to pursue a Special Education teaching certification preferred

Benefits

• Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their tenure with the organization and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost.
• Dental and vision plans
• Disability, life insurance
• Parenting benefits
• Flexible spending account options
• Generous vacation time
• Referral bonuses
• Professional development
• 403(b) plan
• Relocation allowance (if applicable)