Special Education Teacher -Humanities (2 roles available)
About The Position
United Charter High Schools is committed to academic excellence in a welcoming, safe school environment. We develop, enlighten and challenge a range of learners to critically and creatively solve problems inside their classrooms, in their communities and out in the world. Through a rigorously structured system of teaching and learning, students advance their understanding of science, math and humanities concepts and master content, knowledge and skills, while project-based experiences spark their civic imagination and appetite for advocacy leadership. At any of our 7 charter high schools (Advanced Math and Science / Humanities) across the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens, students receive personalized academic and social emotional support, have access to a range of clubs, sports teams, leadership opportunities and internships, and maintain a focus on college and career readiness. Position Summary: United Charter High Schools (UCHS) provide all students, regardless of their previous academic history, the highest quality education in an atmosphere of respect, responsibility and rigor. We ensure that our students have the skills and knowledge to graduate ready for college, pursue a career, and engage with the 21st century economy. We develop learning experiences that allow risk-taking, cultivate students' imaginative and creative abilities, and celebrate achievement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required
- A valid New York State SWD Certification
- Proven track record for planning lessons with clear learning objectives and a means for assessing whether those objectives have been met
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Demonstrated content knowledge and familiarity with Common Core State Standards
- Demonstrated success in tailoring instruction to the needs of diverse learners
- Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve common goals
- Experience working with educational technology
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree is preferred
- There are limited opportunities for qualified teachers who do not possess a NY State certification to work in one of our high schools
Responsibilities
- Develop relevant and accessible content-based curriculum
- Assess student growth through both formal and informal assessment data
- Build students’ academic and socio-emotional skills
- Advocate to ensure that students receive appropriate supports
- Support plans for post-high school transition to ensure quality of life after high school
- Develop accessible curriculum through team co-planning, co-teaching and co-assessing
- Work with students one-on-one or in small groups
- Meet with families and the school-based support team
- Support with school events, including fire drills, scanning, sports, events and emergencies
- Additional responsibilities as needed consistent with the general nature of the position
- Support with testing, proctoring and scoring as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
