Middle School Inclusive Learning (Special Education) Teacher

About the role

As a Middle School Inclusive Learning Teacher with East Harlem Scholars Academies, you will be student-facing the majority of the day. You will work alongside a co-teacher and deliver content and instruction together to all students in your class(es). You will collaborate closely with your grade team and the instructional leadership team to internalize, and in some cases develop, curriculum; provide high-quality instruction; track and measure student progress, including managing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) of scholars; create a positive classroom and school culture, and to engage in reflection and continuous improvement. As a team we will work together to prepare students with the skills, strength of character, and emotional well-being to excel academically, lead in their communities, and realize their best possible selves.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside a co-teacher and deliver content and instruction together to all students in your class(es).
• Collaborate closely with your grade team and the instructional leadership team to internalize, and in some cases develop, curriculum.
• Provide high-quality instruction.
• Track and measure student progress, including managing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) of scholars.
• Create a positive classroom and school culture.
• Engage in reflection and continuous improvement.
• Prepare students with the skills, strength of character, and emotional well-being to excel academically, lead in their communities, and realize their best possible selves.

Requirements

• You have a minimum of three-year’s experience in relevant educational positions.
• You have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher, and hold or are in the process of obtaining a New York State teaching certification for teaching Students With Disabilities (required).
• You have the ability to speak, write, and understand Spanish fluently (preferred).
• You hold yourself to high professional and ethical standards.
• You enjoy and/or have experience working with diverse populations of students and communities.
• You believe that every student can and will learn when provided with a quality education.
• You have demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally at-risk students.
• You are willing to be flexible in your role and adapt to school and student needs.
• You are committed to continuous improvement and learning through professional development.

Qualifications

• You have a minimum of three-year’s experience in relevant educational positions.
• You have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher, and hold or are in the process of obtaining a New York State teaching certification for teaching Students With Disabilities (required).
• You have the ability to speak, write, and understand Spanish fluently (preferred).
• You hold yourself to high professional and ethical standards.
• You enjoy and/or have experience working with diverse populations of students and communities.
• You believe that every student can and will learn when provided with a quality education.
• You have demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally at-risk students.
• You are willing to be flexible in your role and adapt to school and student needs.
• You are committed to continuous improvement and learning through professional development.

Skills

• Fluency in Spanish (preferred).
• Ability to work collaboratively with a co-teacher.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with restorative practices.
• Effective use of technology in the classroom.
• Ability to set clear expectations and institute routines.
• Knowledge of inclusive and special education practices.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.

Pay

(Please note that this is a general range - salaries are determined based on credentials (degree/continuing education & certification) & years of direct, relevant experience. The bottom number in the range is for someone with that degree and 1 year of direct, relevant experience & the top number in the range is for someone with that degree and 25 or more years of direct, relevant experience.)

• Bachelor’s: $66,000 - $144,000
• Masters: $75,000 - $150,000

Schedule

Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm + occasional out of school time responsibilities.