Special Education Teacher: Mild/Moderate Support Needs – 2026-2027 School Year

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community.

Requirements

• Provide individualized, small-group, push-in, and pull-out instruction to support students’ access to grade-level content and progress toward IEP goals.
• Support students in working toward rigorous academic goals aligned to their IEPs, grade-level standards, and Rocketship’s instructional expectations.
• Co-teach and collaborate with general education teachers to support meaningful inclusion in the classroom.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, supplementary aids, and services as outlined in students’ IEPs.
• Manage an assigned IEP caseload in accordance with IDEA, state law, and school/network expectations.
• Draft, write, and maintain high-quality, legally compliant IEPs.
• Facilitate and participate in IEP meetings, including annual reviews, reevaluations, amendments, and other required meetings.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and organized documentation in the IEP system.
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals and provide required progress updates.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families through regular communication, IEP meetings, conferences, and other family engagement opportunities.
• Collaborate with families and school teams to support transparency, shared ownership, and student growth.
• Participate fully in coaching, feedback, observation, and professional development to strengthen instructional, behavioral, and case management practices.
• Act with urgency and professionalism in the best interests of students.
• Engage in self-reflection and take ownership of student outcomes, professional growth, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate openly and proactively with families, staff, and school leaders.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented staff culture focused on inclusion, collaboration, compliance, and student success.

Benefits

• Excellent health and wellness benefits
• 403b retirement plan
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Generous paid time off