Middle School SPED Teacher — Data-Driven & Inclusive

Democracy Prep Public Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,707 - 137,729; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

403B matching

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Smartphone

Laptop

Job summary

Democracy Prep Public Schools in New York seeks a Middle School Special Education Teacher to deliver engaging instruction for diverse learners in urban classrooms. You will foster a classroom culture built on high expectations and high support, guiding scholars toward college readiness and active citizenship.

The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, collaborative planning, and ongoing professional growth through coaching and department teamwork, with a salary range and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years teaching experience, urban education preferred.
• NY State certification for Students with Disabilities K-12 required.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a classroom atmosphere with high expectations and high support.
• Engage in training and dialogue around race, identity, diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Plan and implement a coherent, research-based curriculum.
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practice.
• Build strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues through frequent communication.
• Engage in weekly coaching, professional development and data-driven reflection with teams.
• Support social-emotional well-being and partnerships with families.
• Lead age-appropriate discussions and activities about current events and community service.
• Participate in school-wide events and transitions as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Inclusive classroom culture

Professional growth

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree

State certification: Students with Disabilities K-12

Job description

Democracy Prep Public Schools in New York seeks a Middle School Special Education Teacher to deliver engaging instruction for diverse learners in urban classrooms. You will foster a classroom culture built on high expectations and high support, guiding scholars toward college readiness and active citizenship.

The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, collaborative planning, and ongoing professional growth through coaching and department teamwork, with a salary range and a comprehensive