Special Education Teacher - Willamette Connections Academy

Willamette Connections Academy is a tuition-free, K–12 online public school that students attend from home. Sponsored by Scio School District, Willamette Connections Academy is state certified and open to students throughout Oregon.

Willamette Connections Academy seeks a Special Education Teacher to deliver specially designed instruction. Working from your home office in Oregon, the Special Education Teacher will manage instructional programs for students with special needs. The Special Education Teacher will participate in all steps of the IEP process.  They will work closely with other teachers and special education professionals to ensure that the school’s special education program is successful and operating in compliance with federal and state regulations.  The Special Education Teacher will utilize technology to deliver virtual instruction.

• →Customer Centric – Acts with a strong customer mindset (both internal and external) and is a visible advocate for the customer. Builds strong relationships with school staff, students and families and uses those to improve their experience and outcomes.
• →Communications - A great communicator who engages teams and stakeholders with thoughtful delivery and messages that resonate. Confident Public Speaker. Produces high-quality written communications.
• →Works well in a matrix - Models collaboration, solves problems efficiently and constructively with peers, builds trust and support. Agile and flexible in day-to-day operations and duties. Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment
• →Takes personal responsibility – Can be relied on to complete tasks timely and well, demonstrates “ownership” regardless of the outcome, proactive in exploring and exploiting new opportunities. Shows a commitment to goal-directed management and accountability

• Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
• Valid Oregon PK-12 Special Education certificate
• Successful background checks or clearances, including the Child Abuse History Clearance
• Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized and punctual
• Customer-centric
• High degree of flexibility and agility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Willingness to travel for marketing, state testing and other school events (may require occasional overnight travel)
• Ability to effectively work remotely
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication

Note: The anticipated salary for Oregon-based individuals interested in this position starts at $44,000 per year. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits/.

Willamette Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.