Impactful Urban High School Special Education Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

FSAs & Health Savings Accounts

Retirement benefits

Mental health and counseling support

Paid leave of absence options

Extensive training and development

SY 26-27 benefits

Job summary

Uncommon Schools is seeking an enthusiastic Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with special needs. You will advocate for students, providing academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

You will modify and differentiate instruction, collaborate with families and SPED teams on IEPs, and create an inclusive classroom that empowers self-guided learners. The role emphasizes teamwork and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Commitment to student social emotional and academic growth.
• Ability to collaborate with families and internal/external partners.
• Openness to feedback and professional growth.
• Experience or interest in urban K-12 settings.
• Background in SPED, humanities, social sciences or STEM.

Responsibilities

• Modify, differentiate, and teach an inclusive curriculum emphasizing diversity.
• Collaborate with families and SPED teams to develop 504 and IEP accommodations.
• Build an inclusive, safe environment; empower self-guided learners.
• Collaborate with general educators to analyze trends and ensure IEP compliance.
• Gather growth data and write goals for annual IEP meetings.
• Provide pull-out, push-in, small group, and 1:1 instruction with differentiated strategies.
• Foster relationships with students and families; support learning needs.
• Participate in weekly meetings to reinforce school values and goals.

Skills

Commitment to social emotional and

Collaborating with families and SPED

Self-directed learner

Urban K-12 experience

Background in SPED/Humanities/ STEM

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

NJ certification eligibility requirements

Job description

Uncommon Schools is seeking an enthusiastic Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with special needs. You will advocate for students, providing academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

You will modify and differentiate instruction, collaborate with families and SPED teams on IEPs, and create an inclusive classroom that empowers self-guided learners. The role emphasizes teamwork and ongoing professional development.