SPED Teacher

Position Summary

The Special Education Teacher at Memphis Business Academy (MBA) serves as a collaborative instructional leader committed to supporting exceptional learners within an inclusive and co-teaching framework. This role ensures that students with disabilities receive high-quality instruction, targeted interventions, and services that are fully compliant with IDEA, Section , Tennessee Department of Education regulations, and MBA’s academic and cultural standards. The Special Education Teacher plays a critical role in advancing MBA’s mission of academic excellence, character development, and preparing students for college, career, and life success.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Instruction & Co-Teaching Excellence

Deliver specially designed instruction (SDI) within general education classrooms using evidence-based co-teaching models, including team teaching, parallel teaching, station teaching, and alternative teaching.
Collaborate with general education teachers to develop rigorous, standard-aligned lessons that address the needs of diverse learners.
Adapt curriculum, materials, pacing, and assessments to align with IEP goals and individual student needs.
Implement accommodations, modifications, and assistive technology as specified in each student’s IEP.
Monitor student progress regularly using data tools aimswebPlus) to guide instruction and interventions.

IEP Development, Implementation & Compliance

Develop, maintain, and update compliant IEPs using the district-approved platform (TNPulse).
Ensure timely and accurate documentation, including service logs, progress reports, and communication with families.
Participate in eligibility, annual, reevaluation, MDR, and parent meetings in accordance with Tennessee and MBA timelines.
Collect, analyze, and track data to support student progress toward all IEP and BIP goals.

Collaboration & Communication

Engage in weekly co-planning with general education teachers to ensure instructional alignment and shared responsibility for student outcomes.
Collaborate with related service providers (SLP, OT, PT, behavior specialists) to coordinate and deliver services effectively.
Maintain consistent, professional communication with families regarding student progress, support strategies, classroom expectations, and accomplishments.
Participate in PLCs, MTSS/RTI² meetings, and schoolwide data discussions to support continuous improvement.

Behavioral & Social-Emotional Support

Support the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and employ proactive, positive behavior strategies aligned with MBA’s culture.
Provide small-group or individualized social-emotional skill-building as appropriate.
Maintain a structured, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment that reflects MBA’s behavioral expectations and character development focus.

Professional Responsibilities

Demonstrate professionalism, strong follow-through, and reliability consistent with MBA staff expectations.
Attend required MBA and network-wide professional development, including training on co-teaching, curriculum, interventions, and compliance.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all federal, state, and network policies.
Actively model and support MBA’s mission, vision, and belief in the potential of all students.
Qualifications Required:

Valid Tennessee Teaching License with a Special Education endorsement (Interventionist K–8, Modified K–, Comprehensive K–, or equivalent).
Knowledge of IDEA, Section , and Tennessee special education procedures.
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and support students in inclusive classroom settings.

Preferred:

Prior experience with co-teaching and inclusion-based service delivery.
Training in evidence-based academic and behavioral interventions, including de-escalation strategies.
Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Teaching primarily occurs within general education classrooms, with occasional small-group pull-out instruction.
Must be able to lift, assist, or support students safely as needed.
Requires regular use of technology, instructional materials, and mobility throughout the school campus.

Tagged as: special education, SPED