Middle School Humanities SPED Teacher — Relationship-First

School in the Square; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Healthcare coverage

Longevity bonus

Paid time off

Student loan debt reduction

Supportive work environment

Job summary

School in the Square seeks a Middle School Humanities Special Education Teacher for its Washington Heights campus. Reporting to the Principal and collaborating with the School Leadership Team, you will design inclusive instruction that supports both academic mastery and social-emotional growth for grades 6–8.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, restorative practices, and culturally responsive pedagogy, with competitive NYC salary scales and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficient in current teaching methods and pedagogy for diverse learners.
• Able to differentiate curriculum to meet varied learning needs including ELL strategies.
• Commitment to restorative practices and culturally responsive pedagogy in middle school settings.

Responsibilities

• Support high academic standards while addressing social-emotional needs of all students.
• Collaborate with Principal and SLT to align instruction and school goals.
• Differentiate instruction and apply co-teaching strategies to diverse learners.

Skills

Teaching methods

Communication

Planning skills

Relationship-building

Restorative practices

Anti-racist education

Self-reflection

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or relevant content area

New York State Teaching Certification

Job description

School in the Square seeks a Middle School Humanities Special Education Teacher for its Washington Heights campus. Reporting to the Principal and collaborating with the School Leadership Team, you will design inclusive instruction that supports both academic mastery and social-emotional growth for grades 6–8.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, restorative practices, and culturally responsive pedagogy, with competitive NYC salary scales and comprehensive benefits.