Specialized Instruction Educator (26-27 School Year)

What You'll Do

• Deliver Expertise: Provide legally compliant, specially designed instruction (SDI) and deliver compensatory education services (when indicated) to students with active Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Instructional Design & Implementation: Develop and execute data-driven, individualized lesson plans to target critical skill areas:
  • Reading and literacy development
  • Foundational math skills and intervention
  • Executive functioning and organizational strategies
  • Functional and adaptive life skills
• IEP Management & Compliance: Own the creation, management, and ongoing progress monitoring of student IEPs, including full case management responsibilities.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Strategically collaborate with the student's IEP team to coordinate service schedules and tailor instructional approaches to unique student needs.
• Assessment & Evaluation: Administer screenings, conduct progress monitoring, and complete formal outcomes assessments to drive instructional decision-making.
• Virtual Excellence (Virtual Instruction & Data):
  • Cultivate a structured, positive, and highly engaging virtual learning environment.
  • Apply evidence-based classroom and behavior management strategies effectively during remote sessions.
  • Implement a range of proactive behavior supports, including de-escalation strategies, visual supports, reinforcement systems, and clear routines to maximize student engagement and success.
  • Systematically monitor and collect robust data toward academic, behavioral, and functional IEP goals to document student growth.

What You'll Need

Core Qualifications (Required Qualifications)

• Active Special Education teaching license/certification.
• Demonstrated expertise in providing specially designed instruction and working effectively with diverse student populations in educational settings.
• Strong knowledge of systematic, explicit phonics-based programs (e.g., Orton Gillingham or Wilson methodologies preferred).
• Foundational understanding of neuropsychological principles as they apply to education and learning differences.
• Exceptional collaborative communication skills for engaging with IEP teams, including teachers, parents, and students.
• Proficiency in conducting virtual services using meeting platforms and a strong command of instructional technology.

Remote Setup & Availability

• Dedicated, private workspace with a secure, high-speed internet connection, reliable computer, and webcam.
• Required availability during traditional school hours (8:00am - 4:00pm) and days (Monday-Friday).
• Commitment to a minimum availability of 10 hours per week is highly preferred.
• Fluency in additional languages is a significant asset.

Why Join Parallel?

• Thoughtful Student & District Matching: Alignment with your experience, licensure, and expertise to match you with appropriate districts, schools, and student needs.
• Efficient Tools and Support: Access to templates, tools, and streamlined s