Secondary Special Education Teacher (SY 2026-2027)

SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (SY 2025-26)
Terms of Employment: 10-month, Full-time Employee 
Reports to:  School Principal and Student Services Coordinator
Salary: Current Approved Odyssey Charter School CBA Salary Scale  

About Us: 
The future is brighter than ever for Odyssey Charter School, and we are in search of highly motivated, equally passionate individuals to join our Team! Odyssey is a full-scale K-12 Charter School currently serving 2,300 students. Our School has a growing dual Greek language immersion program, innovative green Initiative, community food program, and high academic outcomes. Odyssey is united in our mission to prepare lifelong learners who are culturally aware, global citizens that utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills grounded in the classical teachings of Greek education and language. This approach trains students to use the Socratic Method and inquiry approach to learning while leveraging their unique skills and talents equitably and democratically to create a positive culture where all students can find success.  

Odyssey Charter School does not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status or any other protected category in accordance with state and federal laws.
 
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Must hold a valid Delaware License and Special Education Teacher Certification (K-12) in accordance with 14 Del. C. § 1531
• Must demonstrate a firm knowledge of special education laws and requirements.
• Successful completion of Praxis II exams

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Certification in ELA, Math, Science, or Social studies
• Experience in a Middle school and or High School classroom
• Experience in creating and implementing IEPs
• Data collection experience
• Experience in the implementation of research-based math and reading interventions
• Experience in accommodating and modifying curriculum

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Effectively support a caseload of students receiving special education services offering access to the general education curricula through adaptations outlined in the student's IEP.
• Develop and support the implementation of an Individual Education Plans (IEP) based on state and federal regulations
• Creates a safe and engaging classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of all students.
• Collect and use data to monitor the progress of student's goals,
• Collaborate with general education teachers to provide access to content standards and materials for a student receiving special education services,
• Effectively plan, organize and implement instructional practices by collaborating with the general education,
• Provide individualized and small group instruction using research-based best practices,
• Provide equitable access for students with disabilities through instructional and behavioral supports,
• Remain up to date with best practices for creating and implementing IEPs,
• Maintain an open line of communication with families about student progress regularly,
• Performs other duties as assigned,

STANDARD REQUIREMENTS:

• Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check
• Tuberculin Test
• Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck

Interested applicants are asked to apply online, upload a resume, and include three professional references.

Please contact our HR Department with any questions or issues applying online or to obtain an application: 302/516-8000 x600.