High School Special Education Teacher

Urban Dove

• $70K — $114K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's Degree preferred
  • New York State Certification
  • Experience in a Transfer School preferred
  • Proficiency in Google Applications preferred
  • Knowledgeable in SESIS and multi-tiered classroom structures.

Responsibilities

  • Co-teach five 55-minute classes.
  • Collaborate in an Inclusive Co-Teaching (ICT) environment.
  • Apply the SDI framework to support special needs students.
  • Manage student behavior with restorative practices and PBIS.
  • Track student progress and set goals for growth.
  • Develop and maintain Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
  • Engage in IEP collaboration and school events.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement benefits with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee wellness supports
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

ABOUT THE POSITION:
UD Team teachers are dynamic, data-driven educators dedicated to a student-paced, competency-based curriculum. Passionate about high student achievement, they embrace challenges with flexibility, leadership, and a deep understanding of the diverse needs of at-risk students. Committed to each student's success, they provide the necessary tools to overcome challenges and excel in their academic journey.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Co-teach five 55-minute classes.
  • Collaborate in an Inclusive Co-Teaching (ICT) environment.
  • Apply the SDI framework to support students with special needs.
  • Manage student behavior using restorative practices and school-wide PBIS.
  • Collaborate with various teams, as a case manager, to craft individualized learning plans.
  • Track and discuss student progress, setting goals for continued growth.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) while adhering to special education regulations.
  • Design and oversee Behavior Intervention Plans.
  • Engage in IEP collaboration, grade-level teamwork, and school events.
  • Regularly review student data through an electronic management system.
  • Attend a 3-week summer orientation and professional development series.
  • Fulfill broader school roles, including mentoring and committee involvement.


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's Degree preferred
  • New York State Certification
  • Both novice and experienced teachers may apply
  • Experience in a Transfer School preferred
  • Google Applications proficiency preferred
  • Preferably knowledgeable in the use of SESIS
  • Ability to create multi-tiered classroom structures and behavior plans to address multiple disabilities (ED, LD, OHI, etc)
  • Demonstrated ability to "multi-task" and deliver high quality work
  • Commitment to the UD Team mission and core values of Teamwork, Leadership, and Communication
  • Commitment to the use of restorative practices and a strength-based, youth development approach to student issues
  • Ability to function well as part of a team and work independently
  • Must be team-oriented, with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, a passion for serving at-risk youth, and a sense of humor

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Compensation: $70,969 - $114,450 Annually based on years of experience and education.

Benefits: Urban Dove provides a robust benefits package designed to support employee well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits with employer match; generous paid time off; paid parental leave; and employee wellness supports

Salary Description

$70,969- $114,450

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