Elementary School Special Education Teacher
Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse (“diverse by design”) K-12 college preparatory charter network serving more than 2,700 students in seven schools in Brooklyn. 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 experienced team is dedicated to our mission to prepare a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, and 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 Role:
Prospect Schools is seeking an organized, flexible, and mission-driven Special Education Teacher, who will help differentiate instruction and learning approaches as needed in mathematics in both push-in and pull-out small group settings. You will help to create a classroom that is a warm, well-structured, and organized learning environment where consistent routines and expectations are set for your students and for yourself. Our goal is to offer students numerous chances to try, fail, and grow. We rely on data to inform progress and our decision-making process, all while engaging in culturally responsive pedagogy. At all times, Prospectors — students and staff alike — should strive for deeper and higher-order questioning and thinking.
Job Responsibilities:
* Differentiates instruction and learning approaches as needed in literacy and mathematics in both push-in and pull-out small group settings (“at-risk” and SETSS mandates).
* Possesses a deep understanding of the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities, including how to support students’ executive functioning challenges.
* Work closely with our school Principal and fellow teachers to continuously improve and iterate on relevant curricula.
* Use assessment data, student work, and other information to inform plans for student and class objectives.
* Operate with the belief that all students can and want to learn.
* Prioritize each student’s academic and social-emotional development.
Consistently model our core values and provide opportunities for students to learn about and practice them. Set clear expectations and institute routines in order to create a purposeful, supportive, and warm environment for learning. Build a classroom community that uses culturally sustaining practices to ensure that students feel safe, valued, and respected by adults and their peers.
Parent Partnership:
* Build relationships and provide ongoing progress updates through regular communication with the families of all students in your classroom.
* Utilize family and student feedback to continuously improve the learning experience for your students.
* Coordinate and facilitate meetings with families on both an ad hoc basis and during regularly scheduled events, such as Report Card Night.
Adult Culture and Teamwork:
* Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible in your role and adapt to school and student needs.
* Embody a Team First mindset by proactively seeking opportunities to build relationships and collaborate across functional teams, actively participate in professional development opportunities, and engage families and community members.
* Demonstrate a commitment to giving and receiving feedback for the purpose of continuous growth and learning.
* Engage in learning opportunities designed to promote stronger Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices at Prospect Schools.
About You:
* Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in education strongly preferred.
* NYS teaching certification preferred.
* Experience with Orton-Gillingham, PAF interventions, and Handwriting Without Tears.
* Extensive experience developing IEP including Present Levels of Performance and individualized academic and socio-emotional goals.
* Ability to work with young children, K-5 who present with various learning challenges.
* Ability to utilize multi-sensory techniques to help students develop foundational skills in literacy and mathematics.
* Create opportunities for students to build self-advocacy skills.
* 5 years or more of classroom teaching experience with students aged 5-11.
* An active community builder who believes in collaborating across teams and functions in order to achieve results.
* A deep belief in our mission & vision with a strong enthusiasm for integrating public education.
*The critical features of this role are described above but not all-encompassing.
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, from family care to mental health services.
Employees at Prospect Schools are provided with a competitive salary. 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. As a teacher, your salary is determined by both years of teaching experience and postsecondary education. The salary range for this role is from $61,500-$102,880.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Prospect Schools will not sponsor international candidates.
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