Impactful High School Special Education Teacher

Uncommon Schools; Burlington (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Extensive professional development

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid parental/maternity leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Uncommon Schools seeks a Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with special needs. You will advocate for students, provide academic, emotional, and physical support, and maintain high expectations for achievement.

You will collaborate with families and internal teams to design and implement IEPs and 504 plans, while differentiating instruction and fostering an inclusive environment that empowers all learners to succeed.

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.
• A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. NJ state certification eligibility required; certification not prerequisite.
• 1–2 years experience in urban K-12 settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modify, differentiate, and teach an inclusive curriculum emphasizing diversity.
• Collaborate with families and Special Education teams to develop 504 plans and IEPs with appropriate accommodations.
• Create an inclusive, safe environment where students become self-guided learners.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, leaders, and families to analyze student work and ensure IEP compliance.
• Gather growth data and write goals for annual IEP meetings.
• Teach pull-out, push-in, small group, and 1-on-1 instruction with differentiated strategies.

Job description

Uncommon Schools seeks a Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with special needs. You will advocate for students, provide academic, emotional, and physical support, and maintain high expectations for achievement.

You will collaborate with families and internal teams to design and implement IEPs and 504 plans, while differentiating instruction and fostering an inclusive environment that empowers all learners to succeed.