Middle School STEM ICT Special Ed Teacher - Sign-On Bonus

Brilla Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development: 225+ hours/2

Community & culture events

Comprehensive health coverage

Competitive salary: Brilla range

Retirement plans: 403(b) and 401(k)

Signing bonus for early hire

Job summary

Brilla Schools in the Bronx is seeking a Middle School STEM Integrated Co-teaching (ICT) Specialist to foster an inclusive, data-driven learning environment aligned to NYSED expectations. You will manage IEPs, SDI, and collaborative planning with general education colleagues to ensure access to grade-level STEM content.

Ideal candidates hold NYS certification in Students with Disabilities and have urban middle school experience, with a focus on fostering student engagement and equity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution (preferably in a Math or Science-related field)
• Active New York State teaching certification in Students with Disabilities or currently enrolled in an NYSED-approved program leading to special education certification required
• Urban, middle school teaching experience with demonstrated student results (preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience using SESIS to manage IEP documentation (strongly preferred)
• Spanish language proficiency (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the special education teacher in an Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) classroom, ensuring delivery of the ICT mandate as written on students' IEPs in alignment with NYSED requirements
• Collaboratively plan with the general education teacher using academic and behavioral data to design instruction that embeds Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) aligned to IEP goals while ensuring students can access grade-level STEM curriculum and standards.
• Co-teach using a variety of co-teaching models intentionally selected to maximize student access to grade-level content
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) through clear, objective-driven instruction and active student engagement, and provide SDI tailored to meet the unique needs of each student with disabilities
• Serve as the case manager for assigned ICT students, including writing Present Levels of Academic and Functional Performance (PLOPs), teacher reports, and facilitating IEP meetings with the Committee on Special Education
• Progress monitor and document student progress toward academic IEP goals at required intervals and complete accurate IEP Progress Reports
• Use progress monitoring data to inform the revision and development of IEP goals, ensuring goals remain responsive to student growth and instructional needs
• Implement proactive behavior supports and environmental structures aligned to students' IEP needs to maintain access to instruction
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve outcomes for students with disabilities and contribute to an inclusive learning environment across the school community
• Participate in school and community events to build strong relationships with colleagues and families and contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture
• Participate in special education and content-specific professional development, grade team meetings, and school-based initiatives to continuously strengthen instructional practice
• Participate in MTSS meetings to analyze student data, contribute insights, and support the development of targeted interventions and instructional adjustments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

IEP/SDI/ICT experience

Co-teaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Math/Science

Active NYS teaching certification in Students with Disabilities

Urban middle school teaching experience (preferred)

Tools

SESIS

Job description

Brilla Schools in the Bronx is seeking a Middle School STEM Integrated Co-teaching (ICT) Specialist to foster an inclusive, data-driven learning environment aligned to NYSED expectations. You will manage IEPs, SDI, and collaborative planning with general education colleagues to ensure access to grade-level STEM content.

Ideal candidates hold NYS certification in Students with Disabilities and have urban middle school experience, with a focus on fostering student engagement and equity.