Middle School Math Learning Specialist (SY 26-27)

Explore Schools • New York, NY

3d • $62,710 - $88,658 • Onsite

About The Position

Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools serving 1,700 students in Brooklyn, aiming to provide a standards-aligned and culturally responsive education. The organization is committed to nurturing critical thinkers and problem-solvers, and actively works to dismantle systems of white supremacy. They seek to build a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the student population.

The organization believes that all children can learn in a supportive environment with high expectations and rigorous academics. They emphasize that equity and excellence are achievable simultaneously, and they are dedicated to closing the opportunity gap in the Brooklyn community.

Requirements

• Special educator with experience teaching diverse learners, including students who have individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in grades 6-8
• Ready to provide targeted, data-driven and individualized instruction to diverse learners
• Prioritize student engagement, critical thinking, and relationship building in the classroom
• Demonstrated reflective practitioner willing to go above and beyond to meet the needs of your students while educating the whole child
• Dedicated to working in communities that have historically been underserved and under-resourced
• Committed to thoughtfully engaging in identity work necessary to take a culturally responsive approach to pedagogy and relationship-building with students and colleagues
• Exceptional dedication and intentionality to achieve results and make growth in your own practice and in related student outcomes
• Ability to cultivate a positive classroom culture through building relationships with students and using classroom management strategies to promote safety and inclusion of all students
• Classroom presence: clear and precise when sharing new content with students and can effectively lead students through inquiry-based class discussions
• Ability to adapt scripted curriculum
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Classroom teaching experience required
• New York State Teaching Certification, preferred
• Special Education Certification, preferred
• Master’s Degree in Education, strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of classroom teaching experience strongly preferred
• New York State Teaching Certification, preferred
• Special Education Certification, preferred
• Master’s Degree in Education, strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted SETSS and ICT instruction to students throughout the day
• Provide direct service to students to help them achieve their IEP goals
• Work collaboratively with grade level teams across content areas
• Assist teachers with differentiation in the classroom
• Collaborate as part of the student intervention referral team
• Support with assessment of students as a proctor and monitor of examinations, including the administration of testing accommodations
• Provide a range of instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the different needs of students
• Facilitate testing accommodations
• Assist with non-instructional supervision of students, such as arrival/dismissal, hallway monitoring, substitute teaching, lunch and playground duty, or supervision of extracurricular activities
• Keep accurate and organized records of student information
• Actively engage in identity work and necessary conversations in order to dismantle white supremacy culture

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive benefits plan, covering up to 95% of the cost for employees and their families
• Dental and vision plans
• Employer paid disability and life insurance
• Parental leave benefits
• Flexible spending account options
• Generous vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Professional development
• Continuing education scholarships
• Referral bonuses
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Childcare assistance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Flexible and reflective leadership
• Driven and passionate colleagues
• Opportunities to sit on various committees and participate in initiatives central to key organizational decisions and strategic planning
• Professional development: weekly PD, year-round retreats and trainings, and ongoing coaching by professionals
• Continued education support: staff are eligible to receive scholarship funds towards qualifying towards role relevant New York State certification costs, higher education tuition, and professional development
• A flexible work environment with the ability to choose your work location during non-student hours 1-3 days a week when possible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level