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About the Role

Coney Island Prep seeks passionate candidates to instruct and advocate for 3rd-5th grade scholars with disabilities. Special education teachers ensure students receive high-quality education through accommodations and services across all academic tiers. This role involves supporting young scholars with disabilities, promoting inclusion and equity, and creating a safe, curious learning environment. Candidates should be data-driven, using data to inform IEP decisions and instructional delivery, with a desire for continuous learning and a teaching approach rooted in empathy and joy.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of students and prepare for IEP meetings by gathering required reports and documentation.
Develop and track standards-aligned IEP goals for students with IEPs.
Lead and monitor the progress of Tier 2 interventions for at-risk students.
Plan and internalize standards-aligned curriculum and content.
Teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments.
Differentiate instruction based on IEP mandates and individual student needs.
Communicate effectively with scholars, families, and staff.
Consistently implement school-wide systems, structures, and procedures.
Eradicate the effects of racism, poverty, and other forms of oppression by making resources, opportunities, support systems, and classrooms equitable and accessible.
Analyze and action plan using instructional and culture data to improve teaching practice and strengthen student outcomes.
Proactively create a positive, structured, results-oriented, and fun learning environment that supports students with various abilities and experiences.
Participate in school community responsibilities such as lunch supervision, dismissal duties, daily homeroom, bi-weekly advisory groups, weekly content team data meetings, professional development, lesson internalization and practice, and/or weekly grade team meetings.

Requirements

Passion for education and dedication to Coney Island Prep’s mission, beliefs, and values, including its commitment to anti-racism.
Belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels and deserve an opportunity to succeed.
Bachelor's degree and NYS teaching certification required.
Master's degree strongly preferred.
Cultural competencies and a willingness to examine beliefs and biases across lines of difference.
Culturally responsive and age-appropriate conflict resolution skills.
Proven organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
Timeliness, accuracy, and consistent communication.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Reflective and open to feedback, with ambition to develop teaching craft.
Hunger and curiosity for learning.
Self-awareness regarding how work outputs contribute to school success.
A positive, solution-oriented attitude and drive for excellence.
Eagerness to work collaboratively with coach and grade team.
Strong track record of building positive relationships with families, students, and staff.
Demonstrated value towards diversity and inclusivity.

Skills

Instructional delivery
Data analysis
IEP development
Intervention strategies
Curriculum planning
Differentiated instruction
Communication
Collaboration
Conflict resolution
Organizational skills
Relationship building

Location

Brooklyn, New York

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Lead teacher experience in a K-12 school environment

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
NYS teaching certification
Master's degree strongly preferred

Salary/Compensations

$71,250-$97,750

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
403(b) retirement benefit package with match
Paid Family Leave
MacBook Air
Access to necessary technology and resources
$2,000 towards the completion of a Master’s degree and NY State certification within two years of employment

About the Company

At Coney Island Prep Upper Elementary School (CIPUES), we focus on developing critical thinking skills through a rigorous Common Core aligned curriculum and increasing exposure to performing arts electives.
Our scholars transition from learning to read, to reading to learn, tackling new skills through our PRIDE Advisory curriculum, and developing a growth mindset.
We encourage modern mathematics and algorithmic thinking for the 21st century by pairing the EngageNY curriculum with Zearn to teach a conceptually based math program in small groups, leveraging technology for self-paced learning and instant feedback.

Equal Opportunity

Coney Island Prep is committed to building a team that collectively reflects the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of our scholars.
We recognize and respond to different points of access, so that everyone maximizes their highest potential.
We are committed to creating a space where everyone’s identity is acknowledged, respected, and welcomed.
We are intentional about creating an environment where people feel comfortable being their authentic selves at work by constantly examining our organization culture and challenging our traditions.
Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship or disability.
We want Coney Island Prep to be a place where students and staff of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities feel as though they are valued and can excel.