[2025-2026] Special Education (ICT) Teacher - Elementary School

KIPP NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

KIPP NYC is seeking a Special Education (ICT) Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves co-teaching in an inclusion classroom, planning engaging lessons, and supporting diverse learners. Ideal candidates will have a passion for education and a commitment to student success.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous time off including 5 school vacation weeks

Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave

Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short/Long term disability

Annual professional development funds

Qualifications

• At least two years of teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• New York State Special Education teacher certification is highly recommended.
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum aligned with Common Core standards.
• Constantly assessing student progress and adjusting instruction accordingly.
• Providing individual or small group instruction for students who need additional assistance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

New York State Special Education teacher certification

Job description

[2025-2026] Special Education (ICT) Teacher - Elementary School

[2025-2026] Special Education (ICT) Teacher - Elementary School

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About KIPP NYC:

KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world. In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in the Bronx, with a vision that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. Today, our network consists of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive program to support our students and alumni in choosing and preparing for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose. KIPP NYC currently serves more than 12,000 students and alumni, has a staff of more than 1,000 (8% of whom are alumni), and continues to grow!

Company Description

About KIPP NYC:

KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world. In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in the Bronx, with a vision that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. Today, our network consists of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive program to support our students and alumni in choosing and preparing for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose. KIPP NYC currently serves more than 12,000 students and alumni, has a staff of more than 1,000 (8% of whom are alumni), and continues to grow!

Job Description

Position Overview:

The ICT SPED teacher will co-teach alongside a general education teacher in an inclusion classroom setting to support all students in the classroom. The ICT teacher will co-plan and deliver lessons that incorporate multiple learning modalities, adapt and modify instruction, and create strategies and meaningful interventions to support students’ learning. KIPP NYC is looking for teachers who combine the ability to motivate and educate, to develop academic as well as character skills, and to make a college preparatory education relevant both now and for the future.

Duties and Responsibilities:

General responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Planning and implementing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum aligned with Common Core standards.
• Bringing joy and hope to the classroom.
• Committing to constant professional and personal growth through reflection, feedback, and collaboration.
• Constantly assessing student progress, communicating results to families and colleagues, and adjusting instruction accordingly.
• Providing individual or small group instruction for students who need additional assistance
• Modeling a “whatever it takes” spirit to ensure that each student is successful.
• Modeling KIPP NYC’s character strengths in all interactions and communications with students, families, and staff.
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment and a healthy measure of the character traits we value: zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor.
• At least two years of teaching experience is strongly preferred
• New York State Special Education teacher certification is highly recommended
• Bachelor’s degree required
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
• A strong desire to become a better teacher by joining the KIPP NYC team and family
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of students within our KIPP NYC communities
  
  

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits:

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,829 - $142,270 per year. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role, NYS initial or professional certification, and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP NYC will evaluate a candidate’s years of experience, certification, and longevity at the point of hire to determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale.

KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following:

• Robust benefits include medical, dental, and vision.
• Generous time off including 5 school vacation weeks, sick and personal days, and an extended summer break.
• Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave.
• Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder Care.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short term/Long term disability.
• Employee incentives include 8 Weeks paid Sabbatical after 10 years, annual professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement.
  
  

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our schools. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC. You must notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.

KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.

KIPP NYC LLC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization.

KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City.

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