PreK - Special Education Teacher

Syracuse City School District • Syracuse, NY

14h

About The Position

The Syracuse City School District seeks a PreK special education teacher to help students achieve ambitious academic outcomes. The teacher plans and delivers data-driven, standards-aligned, differentiated instruction; establishes a supportive and productive learning environment; and monitors student progress through assessment, communication, reflection, and instructional adjustment. The position reports to the principal and may include additional related duties as required.

The district serves more than 19,000 Pre-K–12 students across 34 schools and four alternative education programs. It is focused on improving student achievement and ensuring students graduate ready for college and careers. The district seeks educators committed to urban education, high expectations, equity, and closing the achievement gap, who adapt to the urban school environment and follow current education policy and research, including Common Core standards, comprehensive assessment, and data-driven instruction.

Requirements

• New York State teacher certification in Early Childhood Education, Grades B-2, and Students with Disabilities, Grades B-2, or eligibility to obtain both certifications by the first date of employment.
• At least a bachelor's degree.
• New York State certification requires a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5.
• Prior demonstration of exemplary attendance is expected.
• Pass a fingerprint-based background check; the candidate is responsible for the $107.50 cost.
• Declare that all previous obligations with an employing school district have been met and that the candidate is not seeking the position with the intent to leave an unfulfilled prior commitment.

Nice To Haves

• Proven experience accelerating measurable student learning in urban schools.
• Training and/or experience with Culturally Relevant Education.
• At least two years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• Licensed teachers from other states may qualify for reciprocity.
• Teachers of color or candidates with experience and a deep background in Urban Education may qualify for the District's Urban Fellowship Program.

Responsibilities

• Plan data-driven, standards-aligned, and differentiated units, lessons, and activities.
• Deliver clear, accurate, rigorous lessons using a range of instructional and formative assessment techniques.
• Establish and maintain a supportive, productive, and positive learning environment with strong classroom management.
• Monitor and communicate about student progress.
• Engage in continuous reflection, instructional adjustment, and professional development.
• Perform additional related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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