Elementary Special Education Teacher

Uncommon New York City Charter Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Uncommon New York City Charter Schools seeks a Special Education teacher dedicated to developing and monitoring accommodations for students with special needs. This role emphasizes collaboration with families and IEP teams to ensure appropriate supports and inclusive instruction.

The teacher will manage an IEP caseload, deliver differentiated instruction across pull-out, push-in, and small group settings, and contribute to a positive, resourceful school culture through ongoing professional

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social emotional and academic development
• An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students

Responsibilities

• Modify and differentiate an inclusive curriculum with appropriate accommodations.
• Collaborate on 504s and IEPs with families and Special Education teams.
• Manage IEP caseload, gather growth data, and participate in IEP meetings.
• Deliver pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one instruction with differentiated strategies.
• Build positive relationships with students and partners to secure resources.
• Participate in weekly meetings and practice-based professional development.

Skills

Social-emotional development

Collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Uncommon Special Education teachers are passionate about developing and monitoring accommodations for students with special needs. Special Education teachers advocate for students and believe that specialized instruction and related services increase academic achievement. Special Education teachers offer academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

Responsibilities

1. Instruction

• You'll modify, differentiate, and teach an inclusive curriculum that emphasizes diversity.
• You'll collaborate with families and Special Education teams to develop 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that offer appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• You'll create an inclusive and safe environment where students feel empowered to become self-guided learners.

2. Special Education Specific Responsibilities

• You'll collaborate with general education teachers, school leaders, and families to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments and ensure compliance with Individualized Education Plans.
• You will manage a caseload of IEPs, including gathering academic growth data, writing IEPs, and participating in IEP meetings.
• You will teach pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one instruction and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.

3. School Culture

• You'll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• You'll partner with students' families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs.
• You'll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
• You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social emotional and academic development
• An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students