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About the Role

Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health & Science Charter School is seeking a certified, or on the pathway to, and experienced special education teacher to provide instruction to middle school students in Science and Math. Teachers will collaborate with colleagues within and across departments.

Responsibilities

Knowledge of the IEP process, referral process, reading IEPs and implementing plans to meet IEP goals.
Ability to write IEP teacher reports and submit high-quality reports on deadline.
Exhibit understanding of and skills relevant to the subject area(s) taught.
Demonstrate ability to make topics and activities meaningful and relevant to each student.
Integrate technology resources compatible with students’ needs and abilities.
Develop lesson plans that are clear, logical, sequential, and differentiated.
Plan with specialists to differentiate instruction for all students.
Implement the alternative teaching model (small group instruction) in two content areas for students with IEPs identified as Tier 2 or Tier 3.
Progress monitor students’ performance over time, maintaining records of student growth and learning.
Link present content/skills with past and future learning experiences.
Use various instructional strategies (e.g., modeling, cooperative learning, collaboration, reading and writing in content areas) to differentiate learning.
Use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning.
Monitor students’ understanding and adjust teaching as needed.
Maximize student learning by providing opportunities for active and successful participation.
Explain content and demonstrate skills in various ways to meet student needs.
Hold each learner individually responsible for learning.
Use assessment results to monitor and modify instruction.
Effectively use teacher-made and standardized tests to measure student performance.
Use oral, non-verbal, and written forms of student assessment.
Organize, maintain, and use records of student progress for instructional decisions.
Continuously monitor student progress and provide meaningful feedback.
Demonstrate competence in grading, ranking, and scoring practices.
Use precise language and acceptable oral and written communication.
Articulate clear learning goals and instructional procedures to students.
Model caring, fairness, courtesy, respect, and active listening.
Model concern for students’ emotional and physical well-being.
Seek and maintain positive interactions with students in all school settings.
Seek information about student interests and opinions.
Enforce school behavior policies and involve students in the classroom community.
Communicate clear expectations about behavior to students and parents.
Actively monitor student behavior and provide constructive feedback.
Create a physical setting and establish routines that promote learning and minimize disruption.
Structure transitions efficiently and constructively.
Manage emergency situations.
Work cooperatively with co-teachers and colleagues.
Maintain a professional appearance according to the school’s dress code.
Interact with colleagues and students ethically and professionally.
Carry out duties in accordance with established policies, practices, and regulations.
Select appropriate channels for resolving concerns and maintain confidentiality.
Complete all assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner.
Participate in professional growth activities.
Explore and apply knowledge of new or improved instructional methods.
Identify personal strengths and weaknesses and seek improvement.
Be self-reflective to improve practice regularly.
Initiate communication with parents regarding student progress or problems.
Respond promptly to parental concerns and encourage parental involvement.
Interact with parents and the community by providing useful school information.
Work cooperatively with community members on school and community functions.
Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, sharing insights and coordinating learning.
Support school goals and initiatives and complete other assigned duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required.
NYS certification Special Education preferred (must be on the pathway).
At least 2 years prior teaching experience in middle school preferred.
Demonstrated success working in non-traditional and/or urban school settings.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Experience with educational technology.

Skills

Plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program.
Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range of achievement levels.
Effectively assess instructional and educational needs of pupils, and design, develop, and implement sound instructional and educational programs.
Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment.
Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions.
Work effectively with staff, students, and public.
Organize tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks.
Demonstrate good judgment and good problem-solving skills.
Respond appropriately to evaluation and changes in the work setting.
Knowledge or ability to use SIS (student information systems) or online learning platforms (PowerSchool, Google Classroom, etc.).

Location

Onsite

Work Type

Full-time
10-Month Employee

Experience Level

2 years prior teaching experience in middle school preferred

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree required
Master’s Degree in Special Education preferred

Salary/Compensations

$75,000 - $105,000 annually (Based on Experience)

Benefits

$5,000 Signing Bonus!

About the Company

Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health and Science Charter School is seeking a certified, or on the pathway to, and experienced special education teacher to provide instruction to our middle school students in the areas of Science and Math. Under the general supervision of the Principal, teachers work collaboratively with other teachers within their department and across other content areas.

Equal Opportunity

Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health and Science Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.