4th Grade Special Education Teachers K-5 - ICT (26-27 SY)

About the role

Every member of the Instructional Team at Challenge Preparatory Charter School plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career, and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and their families, working tirelessly to ensure that our students have access to opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional instruction and assess scholar growth.
• Provide academic and cultural support to your school and team.
• Assist all scholars in their content area classes so they may reach their full potential by focusing on their individual aspirations and strengths.
• Plan for students of all ability levels, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities.
• Offer opportunities for teachers to participate in after-school and/or Saturday tutoring, sports, enrichment, arts, and family programs.
• Participate in in-house committees of special programs and professional development such as inquiry work, intervisitations, common planning, and collaborative conversation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• NYS certification preferred.
• Highly motivated to teach students from underserved areas and devoted to closing the achievement gap.
• Teaching experience in an urban school setting preferred.
• The ability to create a classroom setting where students of every academic level experience enjoyment, engagement, and enthusiasm in their learning.
• A strong teamwork ethic.
• The ability to use data to drive instruction.

Benefits

• A competitive salary.
• Paid time off.
• Matching of retirement contributions up to 3%.
• Comprehensive benefits package including four health plans to choose from, two dental plans, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care, and transit.
• Opportunities to sit on various committees and participate in initiatives central to key organizational decisions and strategic planning.
• Professional development: weekly PD, year-round trainings, and ongoing coaching by professionals.

Schedule

This is a full-time position commencing mid-August through June.

Selection Process

• Phase I - Virtual Interview with the HR Recruiter.
• Phase II - Demo, Panel Interview, and Interview with the Senior Director of Teaching and Learning K-5.
• Final - Reference Check, Offer, and Contract.

Application Instructions

Learn more about our mission, team, and the exciting things happening at Challenge by visiting https://challengecharterschools.org/.