Urban Special Education Lead Teacher

Manhattan Charter School for the Curious Minds; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Manhattan Charter School invites applications for a Lead Teacher. The role emphasizes high academic achievement, integration of core disciplines, and fostering critical thinking and ethical learning.

Candidates should align with MCS’s beliefs and demonstrate commitment to accountability. The position requires a Master’s degree in Education, at least two years of urban teaching experience, and NYS certification is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education is required.
• Minimum of two years teaching in an urban public school or charter school setting.
• Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom and commitment to accountability.
• Belief in and alignment with Manhattan Charter School's core beliefs and educational philosophy.
• Valid New York State Certification is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Executes the mission of MCS including high academic achievement and integration of core learning disciplines.
• Believes every child can achieve high standards and provides consistent support.
• Reflects on self and instructional practices to meet academic goals.
• Plans student learning and sets program objectives.
• Selects effective instructional methods and materials.
• Establishes cooperative relationships with students and maintains order in the classroom.
• Attends and facilitates team meetings and professional development.
• Collaborates with peers to create a coherent curricular design for the school program.
• Prepares, administers and reviews all required student assessments.
• Meets attendance requirements.
• Performs duties as deemed by the Principal.

Skills

Classroom management

Urban teaching experience

Education

Master's degree in Education

Job description

Manhattan Charter School invites applications for a Lead Teacher. The role emphasizes high academic achievement, integration of core disciplines, and fostering critical thinking and ethical learning.

Candidates should align with MCS’s beliefs and demonstrate commitment to accountability. The position requires a Master’s degree in Education, at least two years of urban teaching experience, and NYS certification is helpful but not required.