Special Education Teacher - Elementary, Middle, and High School (26-27 SY)

KIPP Capital Region Public Schools•Albany & Troy, NY

20d•$56,000 - $76,669

About The Position

Position Overview Grade(s): Elementary, Middle, and High School The Special Education Teacher role holds the primary responsibility for developing, monitoring accommodations, and implementing the curriculum, school culture, and the success of the school’s students with special needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University, required
Valid NYS Certification in Special Education, required
Knowledge of national, state, and local special education statutes and the law required
Academic expertise in Special Education, Humanities, Social Sciences, STEM, or related fields of study
Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.
Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.
The employee needs to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a school educator, preferably in a charter or public school environment, preferred
Prior experience working in schools and urban communities is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver instruction while maintaining and improving instructional techniques and classroom management, including assessments, grading, and other classroom responsibilities.
Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and assess students’ progress
Use data to inform instructional decisions
Offer academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.
Collaborate with families and Special Education teams to develop 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that offer appropriate accommodations and modifications.
Demonstrate strong pedagogy
Work collaboratively with your school team and those across KIPP Capital Region
Help develop a school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, teachers, and families
Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staff
Develop positive rapport with students
Create and foster a positive and calm learning environment
Enforce, uphold, and exhibit the school’s values, student management policies, and culture
Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents and share progress
Be available for open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and other events involving parents
Make him/herself available to students, parents, and other staff members
Pursue challenging professional goals each year
Willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvement
Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)
Performs other duties as assigned