Elementary Teacher (Special Education)

Erie 1 BOCES; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Commons is seeking an Elementary Teacher (Special Education) to join as a Founding Teacher. You will lead curricula, collaborate with co-teachers, and help establish teaching and learning systems while reporting to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction.

You will coordinate with grade teams, focus on students with IEP goals, and build strong family partnerships to support student success in an urban charter school setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Certification in special education.
• Track record of success in raising student achievement.
• Experience in an urban charter school (preferred).
• Practical written, oral, and visual communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curricula meeting student needs.
• Scaffold, chunk, or modify instruction to meet IEP goals.
• Monitor/report students' academic and social progress.
• Communicate with families before and after IEP meetings.
• Build strong relationships with student families.
• Create opportunities for students to engage in the community.

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Certification in special education

Job description

Elementary Teacher (Special Education)

About Buffalo Commons

Opening in 2022, Buffalo Commons is an academically rigorous, creative, and collaborative K-8 learning community that uses research-based practices and innovative programming to close the opportunity gap and prepare a diverse student body to lead successful lives which strengthen their communities.

We provide best-in-class academic preparation, supporting each child in becoming an ethical decision-maker, offering all students the tools they need to thrive in our diverse world, and developing every child's sense of purpose.

Our Commitment To You

• We invest in you and your development. We support you through individualized coaching, grade-team, and robust schoolwide professional development.
• We value your input and ideas. We'll consult you on relevant matters that will impact you, your staff/team, and the organization as a whole.
• We bring an equity lens. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement to ensure that identity, background, or culture are not what determine your success.
• We strive for "real talk." We provide direct and candid feedback. You'll know how you're doing and where you stand.
• We make space for you to be fully seen and heard as a whole individual.

About The Position

Nothing leads to student success like working with a great teacher year after year. As a Founding Teacher, you will promote the success of all students through excellence in curriculum, instruction, and community building. Additionally, you will collaborate with your grade-team and co‑teacher to lay the lasting foundations of teaching and learning systems at Buffalo Commons. The Founding Teacher reports to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curricula that meet student needs
• Scaffold, chunk, or modify instruction to meet students' IEP goals
• Monitor/report student's academic and social progress
• Communicate with students' families, including before and after IEP meetings
• Build strong relationships with student families
• Create opportunities for students to engage in the community

About You

Commons is a home for inspiring, collaborative, and effective educators that want to help build a school community that is all together different. Are you committed to Buffalo's children and families? Do you enjoy being surrounded by creative and curious colleagues? Are you looking for a fun work environment where you can bring your authentic self? If this sounds like you, perhaps you belong at Commons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field
• Certification in special education
• Track record of success in raising student achievement
• Experience in an urban charter school (preferred)
• Practical written, oral, and visual communications skills

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Itinerant Location :

833 Michigan Ave.

Salary: From :

40000.00

Salary: To :

90000.00

Salary Competitive :

Y

Position Status :

Full time

Required Certification Type :

Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 {9014}

Contact Person's Email :

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