Special Education Associate or Manager (2026-2027 School Year)
About The Position
Zeta is seeking a Special Education Associate or Manager for the 2026-2027 school year. Zeta is dedicated to providing an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for all students, ensuring a world-class education and fostering a love for learning. The organization operates multiple elementary and middle schools in New York City and is expanding to include its first high school in the 2026-27 school year. This role is crucial in supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs, ensuring they receive high-quality, compliant services and supports to thrive academically and socially. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, superb organizational skills, and a deep dedication to education equity.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Superb organizational skills
- Deep dedication to education equity for all students
- Work authorization is required (candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.)
Nice To Haves
- Experience in social work
- Lead teaching experience
Responsibilities
- Ensure that all students—especially students with disabilities and diverse learning needs—receive high-quality, compliant services and supports that enable them to thrive academically and socially.
- Partner closely with school leaders, teachers, school psychologists, school counselors, and families to build and maintain strong systems for tracking IEP services, intervention strategies, accommodations, and assessment data throughout the school year.
- Lead the implementation of effective systems and routines that ensure accurate data collection, progress monitoring, and documentation aligned to IEP goals and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with School Leadership to design and deliver professional development for instructional staff and service providers focused on data tracking, compliance, and high-quality execution of the IEP process.
- Represent the school in meetings with the Committee on Special Education (CSE), partnering with families and district teams to advocate for student needs and ensure timely, appropriate services.
- Drive student outcomes with urgency and accountability, using data as your primary tool to identify gaps, monitor progress, and continuously improve supports and services.
- Model strong ownership, problem-solving, and follow-through, ensuring that special education systems are executed with fidelity and that no student falls through the cracks.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
- Lifestyle savings account, providing a monthly reimbursement for eligible fitness and emotional health expenses
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions
- Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses
- 4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace
- Free Headspace subscription
- MacBook Air
- Specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone
- Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
- Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC’s finest sweet treats
- Books for professional development
- Clear pathway to professional growth
- Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
- Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
- Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming
- Relocation reimbursement of up to $2,500 for eligible staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
