2026-2027 Lower Elementary School Special Education Teacher

Coney Island Prep • New York, NY

83d • $71,250 - $97,750

About The Position

Coney Island Prep welcomes candidates that are passionate about instructing and advocating on behalf of K-2nd grade scholars with disabilities. Special education teachers advocate for students to receive a high quality education through the support of accommodations and services within all tiers of academic programming. As a special education teacher, you will make a pivotal contribution in supporting the needs of young scholars with disabilities, early in their educational journeys. We value individuals who promote inclusion and equity in and outside of the classroom by creating a safe learning environment where students feel seen and heard, and curiosity is welcomed. For this position, we are seeking candidates that are data driven and strive to use data to inform decisions regarding student’s Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and improve their instructional delivery. The desire to learn and grow is central to your craft, no matter where you are in your career. Above all, you are a teacher that leads with empathy and joy!

Requirements

• Passion for education and a dedication to Coney Island Prep’s mission, beliefs, and values and its commitment to anti-racism.
• Steadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels and deserve an opportunity to succeed in the college and career of their choice.
• Bachelor's degree and NYS teaching certification required, Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Cultural competencies and a willingness to examine your beliefs and biases across lines of difference.
• Culturally responsive and age appropriate conflict resolution skills.
• Proven organizational, oral, and written communication skills; punctuality; accuracy; and consistent and regular communication.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Content knowledge of literacy practices.
• Self-reflective and open to feedback, with the ambition to implement learnings in order to drive your development.
• A positive, solution-oriented attitude.
• Eagerness to work collaboratively with your coach and grade teams.
• A strong track record of building positive relationships with families, students and staff, while demonstrating value towards diversity and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Internalize standards-aligned curriculum and content and teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments, differentiating as needed.
• Provide a safe, welcoming, and joyful learning environment for our youngest learners.
• Communicate effectively with all scholars, their families, and staff.
• Commit to a culture of consistently implementing school-wide systems, structures, and procedures.
• Eradicate the effects of racism, poverty and other forms of oppression in our school community by making resources, opportunities, support systems, and classrooms equitable and accessible for all stakeholders.
• Analyze instructional and culture data to action plan and improve teaching practice and strengthen student outcomes.
• Be proactive in creating a positive, structured, results-oriented, and fun learning environment that supports the needs of students with various abilities and experiences.
• Lead and participate in community-building experiences that celebrate students and staff, while supporting the broader school community through various responsibilities.
• Model consistent Tier 1 systems across classrooms and throughout the school to create a safe, predictable, and nurturing environment.
• Coach and support students through restorative practices that foster empathy, belonging, and strong, positive relationships.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary range from $71,250-$97,750 based on years of lead teaching experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement benefit package with match.
• Paid Family Leave.
• MacBook Air and access to necessary technology and resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees