Middle School Special Education Teacher School Year: 2026-27Salary Range: $66,000.00-$113,198.00
- Eligible for:
- 5k Signing Bonus
- $ 5k stipend for providing service hours
- 5k Stipend if you work in any of our Empower programs.
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Schedule: Full-time
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Achievement First teachers create engaging, rigorous, and supportive learning environments where every student can thrive academically and personally. Teachers are responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, fostering strong classroom culture, partnering with families, and contributing to a collaborative school community.
Key Responsibilities Student Achievement & Classroom Culture - Create a positive, achievement-oriented, and structured learning environment that motivates students to meet ambitious goals.
- Deliver engaging instruction aligned to curriculum standards and student needs.
- Implement unit and lesson plans collaboratively developed with grade-level and content teams.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Utilize interim assessment and classroom performance data to inform instruction and intervention.
- Establish and maintain strong classroom culture through consistent expectations, routines, and relationships.
- Build meaningful partnerships with families to support student success.
Professional Learning & Collaboration - Collaborate with coaches, department leaders, and school leadership to strengthen instructional practice and leadership skills.
- Participate in professional development, team meetings, collaborative planning, and data analysis sessions.
- Seek and implement feedback to continuously improve instructional effectiveness.
- Contribute positively to school-wide initiatives and community culture.
Values & Community - Exemplify Achievement First's core values in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
- Foster an inclusive, affirming environment where all students feel seen, supported, and challenged.
- Promote the social, emotional, and academic growth of every scholar.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU Education & Experience - Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.
- Candidates with a GPA between 2.5 and 3.0 may submit additional recommendations for consideration.
- Experience working with K-12 students required.
- Two or more years of teaching experience preferred.
Certification Requirements
Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain the appropriate certification required for the position and state of employment.
State Certification Resources New York: https://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Employees at Achievement First are provided with competitive compensation through a lens of equity and based on an individual's skills, education, certification, and relevant experience.
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In addition to compensation, Achievement First offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Professional development and coaching
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
What We Offer - Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and ~10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
- Competitive salary aligned to experience, education, and internal equity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 4% employer match
- Ongoing professional development and instructional coaching
- Collaborative planning time with grade-level and content teams
- Leadership development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness resources
Benefits and eligibility may vary based on position and employment status.
