SY 26-27 Fourth Grade Math Teacher

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO / Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Health Care FSA

Job summary

Prospect Schools in Brooklyn is seeking a 4th Grade SPED Teacher Leave Replacement starting September 2026, with a tentative end in November 2026. The role follows the IB curriculum, emphasizing rigor, global-mindedness, and inclusive practices.

You will join a collaborative, high-performing team reporting to school leadership. The ideal candidate has NY teaching certification with Special Education endorsement, relevant teaching experience, and a commitment to equity-driven education.

Qualifications

• Earned a Bachelor's Degree.
• Prior teaching experience.
• New York Teaching License Certification or in progress.
• Special Education Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Design culturally responsive, engaging lessons for a diverse classroom.
• Use data and strong content knowledge to plan objective-driven instruction.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and instructional leaders for student growth.
• Provide group and targeted intervention to meet accommodations.
• Establish routines to create a warm, supportive learning environment.
• Foster a culturally sustaining classroom community and team-first collaboration.
• Engage families with regular progress updates and meetings.

Skills

Teaching experience

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

New York Teaching License

Special Education Certification

Job description

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SY 26-27 Fourth Grade Math Teacher

10 month, Full-time, Exempt Brooklyn, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1178

Salary Range: $63,000.00 To $109,000.00 Annually

Who We Are:

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values:

Curiosity : Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically

Care : Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion

Persistence : Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity

Passion : Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance

The Opportunity:

Prospect Schools is seeking a 4th Grade SPED Teacher Leave Replacement. This role would start at the beginning of the school year (September 2026) and tentatively end November of 2026. Prospect teachers are grounded in an equity-driven approach following the principles of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum where instruction emphasizes academic rigor, critical thinking, global mindedness, and inclusive classroom practices. As an educator at Prospect, you will be part of a collaborative and high-performing instructional team and will report directly to a member of the school leadership team.

Planning and Instruction

Design and deliver culturally responsive, engaging lessons that support learning in an intentionally diverse classroom and actively engage a variety of different learning styles

Utilize data, strong content knowledge, and effective pedagogy to plan clear, objective-driven instruction to advance learning for all students

Collaborate with co-teachers and instructional leaders through coaching, professional development, and, when applicable, advisory groups to support students’ academic and social-emotional growth

Provide full group and small group intervention/small group SETT's so students that relate to their accommodations

Set clear expectations and consistent routines to create a purposeful, warm, and supportive learning environment

Build a culturally sustaining classroom community where all students feel known, safe, valued, and respected by adults and peers

Embody a "Team First" mindset by collaborating across grade level and content teams, participating in professional development, and partnering with the broader school community

Demonstrate a commitment to giving and receiving feedback for the purpose of continuous personal growth and betterment of the teaching and learning team

Caregiver Partnership

Build strong partnerships with caregivers through consistent communication and regular updates on student progress

Use caregiver feedback to continuously improve instruction and the overall learning experience

Coordinate and facilitate family meetings as needed and attend any/all school wide caregiver events

About You:

You have earned a Bachelors Degree.

You have prior teaching experience.

You are in the process of earning or have earned a New York Teaching License Certification. (Learn more here )

You have a Special Education Certification.

The salary range for this role starts at $63,960, then increases based on years of experience. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. At Prospect Schools we remain committed to providing competitive salaries.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week

401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule

Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA options

Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues

EEO and ADA Statement:

Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We actively recruit, hire, and retain a diverse and inclusive staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Prospect Schools is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance you may contact us at: [e-mail] .

The essential functions of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.