Job Description
🔷 Starting Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 /year based on experience
🏫 Environment: Special Education Program, Elementary & Middle School
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Curriculum & Instruction Specialist to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!
If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic — We Should Talk !📲
As a Curriculum & Instruction Specialist , you will ensure fidelity of systems in the areas of curriculum, instruction and assessment with the overall goal of achieving successful learning outcomes for our students. As the chief educational assurance agent, you will ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and internal standards for educational services.
‖ Responsibilities Include:
- Providing support, guidance, and supervision to teachers in the areas of state standards, educational assessment, curriculum, instruction and classroom systems, and ensuring the use of evidence-based teaching strategies by providing training, coaching and feedback.
- Overseeing academic assessment procedures, both formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress and rates of student achievement.
- Providing training and support in the use of student data for instructional decision-making purposes, which includes the use of evidence based instructional practices/strategies to achieve high rates of student growth and achievement.
- Overseeing implementation of intervention instruction and curriculum with an emphasis on direct instruction in the areas of reading, writing, spelling and math for students performing below grade level.
- Researching and making recommendations for the use of evidence-based curricula in the classrooms that meet the requirements set forth by the department of education.
- Providing oversight of lesson plans, transcripts, report cards, grading system and progress reports for the academic classrooms.
- Guiding the instructional staff in developing long term and short-term classroom goals and assists in determining priorities and timelines for implementation (i.e. START Checklist, Classroom Prototype, etc.).
- Conducting regular quality assurance checks at the individual student, staff, classroom, site level; and making recommendations for improvement.
- Assessing the training needs of the instructional staff and designing staff development plans which include training with follow up monitoring, coaching, and feedback.
- Providing training and support to education coordinators, teachers, and related services providers in the development and implementation of quality Individual Education Plans (IEPs), specifically with goals/benchmarks that are aligned with educational assessments and present levels of performance.
- Assisting in the development plans for transitioning students to less restrictive environment.
- Supporting with scheduling and attending IEP’s and communication with district partners.
- Attending classroom observations, curriculum support, and assessments.
- Coordinating annual state assessments and standardized testing for students.
- Establishing and maintaining effective communication with parents, care providers and district personnel, always projecting a positive and professional company image, and participating as a liaison when required.
- Participating with the program director in educational budgetary planning and the monitoring of curricular expenditures.
- Performing other duties and projects as assigned.
‖ Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study.
- Master's degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field of study preferred.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a special education certification.
- Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in the development, assessment, and management of curriculum, content areas and instruction.
- Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with autism related disabilities, emotional disturbance and/or behavioral challenges.
- Highly skilled in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP).
- Demonstrated ability to effectively provide feedback, professional development and/or coaching to teachers.
- Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and data driven work style.
- Highly skilled in building relationships with students, parents, teachers and community and/or business partners.
- Knowledge and understanding of state and/or national education content standards.
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
is the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives !
💻 Learn more about our history, our mission, and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:
At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Y our path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!
‖ Perks and Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
- FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
- Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Personal Protection Insurance Plans
- Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
- Legal Services Insurance
- Pet Health Insurance
- Accrual-based Paid Time Off
- School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
- Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
- 401k Retirement Saving Plan
- Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
- Opportunities for Growth & Development
- And So Much More!
If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance !
Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!
Careers, With ChanceLight 💙 Work. With Purpose.
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Education
Required
- Bachelors or better in Education or related field
Preferred
- Masters or better in Special Education or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Required
- All State Req Credentials
- Special Ed Certification
Preferred
Skills
Preferred
- Special Education
- Parent Counseling & Train
- Teacher Mentoring/Training
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Support
- Autism
- Emotional Disturbance
- Multiple Disabilities
- Personalized Instruction
- Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Office/Administrative
Behaviors
Preferred
- Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
- Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Motivations
Preferred
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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