Empowering Elementary SPED Teacher & IEP Advocate

Uncommon Schools; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer 


Mental health resources

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in New York seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations, advocate for students, and provide academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

You will work with families and SPED teams on 504s and IEPs, manage a caseload, and differentiate instruction, contributing to a positive school culture and strong student achievement.

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students.
• Self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
• Bachelor’s degree and NY certification eligibility required; certification to be obtained after start.

Responsibilities

• Modify, differentiate, and teach an inclusive curriculum that emphasizes diversity.
• Collaborate with families and SPED teams to develop 504s and IEPs with accommodations.
• Create an inclusive, safe environment where students become self-guided learners.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and leaders to analyze trends in work and assessments and ensure IEP compliance.
• Manage a caseload of IEPs, collect growth data, write IEPs, and participate in IEP meetings.
• Deliver pull-out, push-in, small group, and 1:1 instruction; differentiate for all learners.
• Build positive relationships with students and families; participate in weekly meetings to strengthen community.

Skills

Special Education

Collaboration

Feedback-driven

Urban education

Education

Bachelor’s degree

NY state certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools in New York seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations, advocate for students, and provide academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

You will work with families and SPED teams on 504s and IEPs, manage a caseload, and differentiate instruction, contributing to a positive school culture and strong student achievement.