Upper Elementary School Special Education Teacher (2024 - 2025 School Year) Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School Brooklyn, New York What is the Role? Coney Island Prep welcomes candidates that are passionate about instructing and advocating on behalf of 3rd-5th grade scholars with disabilities. Special education teachers advocate for students to receive a high quality education through the support of accommodations and services within all tiers of academic programming. As a special education teacher, you will make a pivotal contribution in supporting the needs of young scholars with disabilities, early in their educational journeys. We value individuals who promote inclusion and equity in and outside of the classroom by creating a safe learning environment where students feel seen and heard, and curiosity is welcomed. For this position, we are seeking candidates that are data driven and strive to use data to inform decisions regarding student’s Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and improve their instructional delivery. The desire to learn and grow is central to your craft, no matter where you are in your career. Above all, you are a teacher that leads with empathy and joy! What You’ll Be Asked To Do Manage a caseload of students and prepare for their IEP meetings by gathering the required reports and documentation from teachers and families Develop and track standards aligned IEP goals for students with IEPs Lead and monitor the progress of Tier 2 interventions for at risk students Plan and internalize standards-aligned curriculum and content, (Wit & Wisdom/Amplify Reading/Quill for English language arts, Engage/Zearn for math, and Amplify for science) On a daily basis, teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments, and differentiate instruction based on IEP mandates and individual student needs Communicate effectively with all scholars, their families, and staff Commit to a culture of consistently implementing school-wide systems, structures, and procedures Eradicate the effects of racism, poverty and other forms of oppression in our school community by making resources, opportunities, support systems, and classrooms equitable and accessible for all our stakeholders Analyze and action plan using instructional and culture data to improve teaching practice and strengthen student outcomes Be proactive in creating a positive, structured, results-oriented, and fun learning environment that supports the needs of students with various abilities and experiences Participate in school community responsibilities such as lunch supervision, dismissal duties, daily homeroom, bi-weekly advisory groups, weekly content team data meetings, professional development, lesson internalization and practice, and/or weekly grade team meetings What You’ll Need Passion for education and a dedication to Coney Island Prep’s mission, beliefs, and values and its commitment to anti-racism Steadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels and deserve an opportunity to succeed in the college and career of their choice Bachelor's degree and NYS teaching certification required, Master’s degree strongly preferred; we offer $2,000 towards the completion of a Master’s degree and NY State certification within two years of employment Cultural competencies and a willingness to examine your beliefs and biases across lines of difference Culturally responsive and age appropriate conflict resolution skills Proven organizational, oral, and written communication skills; timeliness; accuracy; and consistent and regular communication; and ability to meet deadlines Reflective and open to feedback, with the ambition to develop your teaching craft; hunger and curiosity for learning Self-awareness insofar as how the outputs of your work contribute to the school’s success A positive, solution-oriented attitude and drive for excellence Eagerness to work collaboratively with your coach and grade team A strong track record of building positive relationships with families, students and staff, while demonstrating value towards diversity and inclusivity At least 1 year of experience teaching, coaching and developing IEP