Special Education Teacher-Co-Teaching Model

BROOME STREET ACADEMY•New York, NY

5d•$65,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Broome Street Academy Charter High School (BSA) is seeking passionate and dynamic educators to join their community. BSA is a tuition-free public charter school in SoHo, New York City, dedicated to academic excellence, student-centered learning, and social justice. They offer rigorous academic instruction alongside emotional and social support, preparing students for successful futures. BSA values academic rigor, trauma-informed practices, and student voice, inviting teachers committed to making a tangible impact and advocating for social change and educational equity.

Requirements

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject area.
Demonstrated expertise in special education, with significant coursework or teaching certification to support your knowledge.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) teacher certification is preferred.
Candidates without certification will still be considered if they demonstrate strong potential for growth.
A demonstrated ability or willingness to grow in the areas of lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment.
Experience or willingness to learn about working with diverse learners, including those with special education needs, English Language Learners (ELL), or trauma-informed practices.
Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for working with others in a team-oriented, student-focused environment.
A personable, outgoing demeanor and a good sense of humor.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach five classes (or equivalent responsibilities) and design dynamic, engaging lessons aligned with NY State and Common Core Standards.
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including those with ELL and IEP designations.
Serve as an advisor for a group of 10-15 students, building strong relationships and supporting their social-emotional growth.
Prepare students for required assessments (Regents, NWEA, PSAT, SAT, AP, etc.) while tracking progress toward individual and collective goals.
Ensure all students meet or exceed expectations set in the SUNY Accountability Plan.
Regularly collaborate with fellow teachers, social workers, and student life teams to ensure a well-rounded support system for each student.
Maintain open, consistent, and effective communication with students, families, and colleagues.
Actively participate in professional development opportunities and stay engaged in your own learning as an educator.
Foster a classroom atmosphere that is safe, inclusive, and conducive to student success.
Implement effective classroom management strategies and maintain a clean, organized space.
Record attendance in real-time for every class assigned and update gradebooks weekly.
Attend all scheduled prep time and meetings with co-teachers and department teams.
Create and implement specially designed instruction tailored to meet the learning needs of all students.
Collaborate in team co-planning, co-teaching, and co-assessing with the Special Education department and subject area teams.
Write, update, and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), monitor progress on IEP goals, and facilitate IEP meetings with the Committee on Special Education (CSE).
Act as a case manager for a group of students with IEPs, ensuring that they receive the appropriate supports and accommodations.
Develop and implement transition plans that ensure students are prepared for life after high school, including college and career readiness.
Provide one-on-one and small group academic intervention based on student needs, using data-driven strategies to improve learning outcomes.