Middle School Special Education: Inspire & Empower Learners

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Training & development

Health, dental, vision

Retirement 403(b)

Paid leave

Mental health & wellness

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in New York is seeking a Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with special needs. You will advocate for students and help develop 504 and IEP plans to tailor instruction and supports.

You will collaborate with general education teachers, families, and school leaders, manage a caseload of IEPs, differentiate instruction, and contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture through ongoing professional development and family partnerships.

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners in the best interest of students.
• Self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes.
• Interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities.
• Meeting NY state certification eligibility requirements if not education degree.

Responsibilities

• Modify, differentiate, and teach an inclusive curriculum that supports diverse learners.
• Collaborate with families and SPED teams to develop 504 plans and IEPs with accommodations.
• Create an inclusive, safe environment that fosters self-guided learning.
• Analyze student work and assessments to ensure IEP compliance and growth data.
• Manage IEP caseloads, write IEPs, and participate in IEP meetings.
• Deliver pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one instruction with differentiated strategies.
• Build positive relationships with students and families to support learning needs.

Skills

Commitment to student social/emotional

Collaboration with partners

Self-directed learner

Urban K-12 impact interest

Education

Bachelor's degree required

NY certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools in New York is seeking a Special Education teacher to develop and monitor accommodations for students with special needs. You will advocate for students and help develop 504 and IEP plans to tailor instruction and supports.

You will collaborate with general education teachers, families, and school leaders, manage a caseload of IEPs, differentiate instruction, and contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture through ongoing professional development and family partnerships.