2026-2027: Special Education Teacher

WHIN Music Community Charter School is built on the principles of El Sistema, where children learn, grow, and make music together. At WHIN, we are building a nucleo—a community where staff, families, and students work together to make a powerful shift in public education that puts learners' needs first.

Our Mission

To provide our diverse student population with rigorous academic instruction, intensive music education, and a positive learning environment so that every student can thrive academically and personally.

What We Believe

• That all children deserve a high-quality education, with access to academic rigor, music creation, and a holistic approach to developing character
• That collaboration with families ensures the greatest success for our learners
• That restorative justice, inquiry-based hands-on learning, and authentic learning experiences provide the most effective environments for growth, success, and joy

Who We Are Looking For

• Staff looking to grow and prosper in a collaborative work environment
• Individuals excited about working in a school and neighborhood where diversity is central
• Those interested in learning about being an educator

Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining a fun, engaging, and inclusive classroom culture where all students love to learn
• Differentiating instruction to meet learners' needs to improve development of sensory and perceptual motor skills, language, cognition, and memory
• Developing, modifying, and implementing curriculum and assessments for students with disabilities as determined in a student's IEP and/or 504 plan
• Implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as needed
• Driving academic outcomes for all students by analyzing data, differentiating instruction, and supporting each learner's unique needs
• Contributing to the Child Study Team's assessments of student needs
• Collaborating with colleagues to implement an effective integrated co-teaching model to serve all students in an inclusive classroom
• Inspiring students and fellow staff to perform at his or her highest potential
• Developing and maintaining strong and professional relationships with WHIN families

Qualifications

• NYS or equivalent Special Education Teaching Certification
• Urban elementary teaching experience
• Experience teaching in an integrated co-teaching setting
• Demonstrated success raising achievement levels of all students
• An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at a high level
• Proven commitment and success working with students and families
• The ability to thrive in a startup environment
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic, and exciting school
• A sense of humor and kindness towards your colleagues

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced proficiency in one or more of the following areas is strongly preferred:

• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Music performance
• Teaching experience and/or certifications
• Project Based Learning and Inquiry Based Learning
• Responsive Classroom, Love & Logic Student Management, and Restorative Justice models

Compensation and Benefits

WHIN offers a competitive salary, determined through an equity-focused approach that considers an individual's skills, education, and relevant experience. Our teacher pay scale is available for viewing on our website.