Special Education Teacher (K-8) Entheos Academy - 1.0 Magna, UT Job Details Full-time From $61,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork English Bachelor's degree Professional Educator License Elementary school teaching experience

Full Job Description Job Title:

Special Education Teacher (K-8)

Location:

Magna, UT (West Salt Lake Valley)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

Competitive Base Salary + Up to $20,000/year in Performance Bonuses (via Utah's Teacher Merit Award Program) and Internal Performance Bonuses Full Job Description Entheos Academy is a tuition-free K-8 charter school with campuses in Kearns and Magna, Utah. As a Service Learning school operating under the EL Education (Expeditionary Learning) model, we focus on student achievement across three core areas: Mastery of Knowledge and Skills, Character, and High-Quality Work. We are looking for an innovative and dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our MAGNA team and manage a portion of our K-8 caseload. If you are passionate about student growth, collaborative teaching, and continuous learning, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities Caseload Management:

Direct student caseloads and coordinate services with support from para-educators.

IEPs & Compliance:

Draft compliant IEPs, conduct annual meetings, administer assessments, and maintain required documentation.

Data-Driven Instruction:

Implement evidence-based strategies and track data to support individual student goals.

School Culture:

Support the Entheos mission by building a classroom environment rooted in high expectations, leadership, and service.

Professional Growth:

Participate in regional programming, off-site conferences, and institutes to refine your teaching practices.

Qualifications & Skills Licensure:

Active Utah Professional Educator License OR eligibility for alternative licensure (requires a Bachelor's degree in any field).

Collaboration:

Ability to plan creatively with general education teachers and support staff.

Communication:

Dedication to consistent, open communication with parents and guardians.

Mindset:

Resourceful, adaptable, and willing to reflect on and refine teaching strategies.

Physical & Essential Requirements Attendance:

Maintain regular, reliable attendance.

Mobility & Endurance:

Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, and walk up to 1 mile during outdoor fieldwork in various weather conditions.

Terrain Navigation:

Ability to navigate stairs, uneven ground, and outdoor paths during excursions.

Safety & Emergency:

Ability to move quickly (including running if necessary) during urgent student situations.

Language:

Fluent spoken and written English communication skills. Benefits & Perks Performance bonus potential up to $20,000/year through the Teacher Merit Award Program Comprehensive healthcare, retirement, and paid leave options Supportive administrative and peer coaching environment

Work Location:

In person (Magna campus)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Utah Educator's License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person