Adelante - Who we are: Adelante Schools, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, aims to redefine public education for K-8 scholars through exceptional neighborhood schools. Our vision extends beyond traditional learning; we aspire to prepare scholars for collegiate success, leadership, and community service. By fostering close ties with families and embedding our mission within the community, we create educational environments that are not only academically rigorous but also joyous and inclusive. Adelante Schools stands out as a place where core values are not just displayed on walls but are embodied by our team and extended into the community.

Our team is the heartbeat of our mission. We seek individuals who are passionate about putting scholars first, setting high expectations, and working tirelessly to achieve them. At Adelante Schools, we are committed to the professional growth of our educators. We offer continuous development opportunities at every career stage, fostering an environment where giving and receiving feedback is part of our culture of excellence. 

Join us in our quest to shake up the educational landscape. We are looking for dynamic individuals who thrive in a collaborative, ambitious, and growth-oriented setting. With Adelante Schools, you'll find a unique opportunity to be part of a team that's making a real difference, where your work is valued, and where you can truly love what you do.

Job Description:  As a Special Education Teacher at Adelante, you play a vital role in supporting the unique learning needs and potentials of our diverse scholar population. Your dedication ensures that every scholar, regardless of their challenges, receives a tailored and inclusive education that fosters their academic, social, and emotional growth.

With access to specialized resources, adaptive technologies, and a supportive curriculum designed for varied learning styles, you will create a nurturing environment that encourages scholars to achieve their full potential. Your approach will be characterized by patience, innovation, and a deep understanding of individual learning needs, enabling you to implement strategies that make education accessible and engaging for all.

We provide comprehensive support and materials, allowing you to concentrate on delivering personalized instruction and fostering a classroom culture of acceptance and encouragement. Your work is essential in empowering our scholars with the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to succeed in school and beyond, making a lasting impact on their lives and their communities.

Specific Responsibilities:

Compliance

• Identifies scholars with IEPs and 504 Plans and retrieves relevant records from previous placements and/or district offices before the start of the school year (e.g. data from Home Questionnaire, CAP scan, IEP Acknowledgement and Compliance forms)
• Maintains current, comprehensive, and organized IEP, 504, MLL, and at-risk files in the special education space (e.g. scholar Support Plans, referrals, anecdotal notes, evaluation reports, progress reports progress monitoring data, attendance, and Related Service Authorization
• Maintains current and accurate IEP, 504, MLL, and at-risk data
• Provides applicable general education teachers and related service providers copies of the IEPs or 504s and educates colleagues about scholars’ instructional, behavioral, and therapeutic needs before the start of the school year
• Tracks all suspension records to identify patterns of behavior, completes Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and monitors scholars’ response to Behavior Intervention Plans; ensures that BIPs are created for scholars with IEPs who have received 7 or more days of out-of-school suspension
• Completes local and state reports for the Chief Operating Officer to submit in a timely manner
• Documents access to IEP, 504, MLL, and at-risk files (e.g. Confidential scholar File Access Log)
• Consistently prepares differentiated lessons that weave past and present concepts to maximize scholar learning
• Creates and maintains the related service schedule to minimize scholar’s time spent outside the general education classroom (e.g., maintains principal and provider non-negotiable times)
• Maintains therapy attendance and IEP progress reports, which are given to families at report card meetings (e.g., coded IEP, narrative updates, and parent letters)
• Meets regularly to discuss scholars’ needs, consult about potential referrals, and arrange staff presentations to promote the transfer of skill remediation from the therapeutic setting to the general education classroom (e.g., meeting notes and task lists)

Assessments

• Arrange and supervise the administration of test modifications for scholars as per their IEP, 504, or MLL recommendations (e.g., schedule and roster)
• Tracks value added to each scholar’s skill proficiency as evidenced by informal tests as well as standardized assessments
• Manages supports for English Language Learners (e.g., identifies scholars and orders, administers, scores, and submits appropriate test scores to appropriate representatives)

Collaboration

• Able to internalize high-quality curriculum and provide rigorous instruction to scholars in varied classroom settings (i.e. small group, large group, co-teaching, pull out, etc.) to meet the individualized needs of all scholars.
• Organizes, facilitates, and documents all scholar support systems to create and maintain high quality individual scholar support interventions (e.g., scholar Support Office, scholar Study Team, and Special Education Program meeting agendas, notes, and tasks)
• Collaborates, consults, and shares strategies with curriculum specialists, general education staff, and related services providers regarding administrative and instructional best practices (e.g. scholar Support Office, scholar Study Team, Clinical Support Network, e-mails, professional development workshops, and staff meetings)
• Meets with families of scholars with IEPs, scholars who have been referred for services at any point, or scholars that might require additional support, to describe the scholar’s progress and services the school offers (e.g., notes from family chats and welcome visits, progress report and report card night, and information meetings)
• Prepares for and participates in all scholars’ IEP meetings
• Uphold and promote Adelante’s core values and educational philosophy.
• Commit to being present and engaged at the school from 7:10 AM to 4:10 PM, Monday through Friday, with flexible work times available from 2:30-4:10 PM.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Commitment to and desire for continuously improving personal practice and school culture through rigorous coaching and professional development. 
• Proven ability to contribute to and collaborate with a high-performing team toward high, equitable achievement for all scholars.
• Outstanding emotional intelligence, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong technical and organizational skills.
• Eagerness for constant observation and feedback
• Deeply rooted belief that children are capable of reaching the highest bars we set for them
• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred
• Valid Indiana State certification or proof of reciprocal licensure in a different state is required. Applicants in Indiana State-approved alternate certification programs must provide proof of enrollment.