Special Education Teacher (2025 – 2026) Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Discovery Fusion is a hybrid virtual BESE-authorized Type 2 Charter that is part of the Discovery Schools Charter Management Organization. We are excited to bring Discovery education to the state of Louisiana through our second corporate partnership with Ochsner Health. Discovery Fusion will open in the August 2024-25 school year, starting with grades 5th through 8th, and will eventually educate students in grades K – 12th at full capacity. Discovery Fusion is seeking a Special Education Teacher (grades 5th-8th) to join our dynamic team for the 2025-2026 school year in a part-time capacity. This position provides a student-centered, hybrid virtual learning experience that promotes academic achievement through an innovative and flexible learning experience. Grounded in our strong school culture, based on our HEART tenets: Honor, Endurance, Academic Achievement, Responsibility, and Tolerance, students work through mastery of content using educational technology infused with hands-on learning, inquiry instruction, and problem-solving through synthesis and evaluation. This position requires expertise in IEP development and implementation, LEAP assessments, and asynchronous curriculum development using Louisiana Student Standards. Knowledge of RTI, MTSS, BIP, and current legal policy in regard to SPED is required. Familiarity with state/district compliance and uploading IEPs to the SER website is an asset. The ability to collaborate with various teachers, parents, and school leaders to be a strong advocate for students is needed. This position can be located at our Baton Rouge Campus or Kenner Campus.

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
Valid teaching certification/license in Special Education (preferred)
Valid teaching certification/license (certifications in Gifted Instruction, ESL, and/or Reading Specialist are desired)
Experience working with middle school students with exceptionalities in a classroom setting (3+ years preferred)
Strong knowledge of Special Education instructional strategies such as differentiated instruction, modification of curriculum and assessments, and implementation of student accommodations
Experience with IEP development and implementation is essential
Knowledge of RTI, BIP, and current legal policy in regard to SPED is required
Knowledge of

LEAP 2025

assessments and Louisiana Student Standards (preferred)

Key Responsibilities:

Design and implement engaging, asynchronous lessons aligned to the curriculum and Louisiana Student Standards
Create a positive and inclusive virtual hybrid learning environment
Differentiate and modify instruction to meet the needs of each individual student
Provide asynchronous instruction daily, while providing differentiated synchronous learning experiences to promote student mastery
Assess student progress toward content mastery while providing consistent individualized feedback daily to students/learning coaches/parents/guardians
Collaborate with teachers and staff to create a cohesive learning environment for students
Utilize technology and other resources to enhance student engagement through mastery of content
Provide scheduled, in-person student support regularly
Record, analyze, and evaluate student data frequently
Consult with students/learning coaches/parents/guardians to provide targeted guidance and support toward individual student goals

Desired Competencies:

Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
Previous experience teaching students in a virtual classroom environment powered by