Impactful Special Education Teacher (K-12)

Kipp Capital Region Public Schools; City of Albany (NY); Presencial; USD 56.000 - 77.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403(b) match

Childcare benefits

Work-life integration

Casual dress code

Relocation stipend (conditions apply)

Descripción de la vacante

KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany and Troy, NY, are seeking a Special Education Teacher. You will develop and monitor accommodations, implement curriculum, and support students with special needs across K-12 settings.

The role requires NYS SPED certification, a Bachelor's degree, and 3+ years of experience. Collaboration with families and IEP teams is essential, with a focus on inclusive education and data-driven instruction.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University.
• Valid NYS Certification in Special Education.
• Knowledge of national, state, and local special education statutes and the law.
• Academic expertise in Special Education, Humanities, Social Sciences, STEM, or related fields of study.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a school educator, preferably in a charter or public school environment.
• Prior experience working in urban communities is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.
• Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and deliver instruction while maintaining and improving instructional techniques and classroom management, including assessments, grading, and other classroom responsibilities.
• Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and assess students' progress
• Use data to inform instructional decisions
• Offer academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.
• Collaborate with families and Special Education teams to develop 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that offer appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• Demonstrate strong pedagogy
• Work collaboratively with your school team and those across KIPP Capital Region
• Help develop a school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, teachers, and families
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staff
• Develop positive rapport with students
• Create and foster a positive and calm learning environment
• Enforce, uphold, and exhibit the school's values, student management policies, and culture
• Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents and share progress
• Be available for open houses, parent‑teacher conferences, and other events involving parents
• Make him/herself available to students, parents, and other staff members
• Pursue challenging professional goals each year
• Willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvement
• Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre‑service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)
• Performs other duties as assigned

Educación

Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University

Valid NYS Certification in Special Education

Knowledge of national, state, and local special education statutes and the law

Academic expertise in Special Education, Humanities, Social Sciences, STEM, or related fields of study

Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a school educator

Experience working in urban communities (preferred)

Flexible schedule outside regular hours

Inclusive environment experience

Descripción del empleo

KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany and Troy, NY, are seeking a Special Education Teacher. You will develop and monitor accommodations, implement curriculum, and support students with special needs across K-12 settings.

The role requires NYS SPED certification, a Bachelor's degree, and 3+ years of experience. Collaboration with families and IEP teams is essential, with a focus on inclusive education and data-driven instruction.