Middle School Special Education Teacher
Company: Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health and Science Charter S
Location: Bronx
Posted on: June 6, 2021
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Job Description:
6th-8th Grade Special Education Teacher Classification Reports to Job Description Primary Responsibilities Provide students with Academic Intervention Services (AIS)
designed to help them meet the learning standards in English,
Mathematics, Social Studies and Science Educate special education students in the least restrictive
environment mandated as per his or her IEP Provide a Special Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS)
Resource Room teacher providing a push in/pull out and small group
instruction to students when called for in the IEP Mainstream students when he/she is showing strengths/gains in a
particular subject area, revisit IEP and convene with team members
to make changes to IEP If available Use of students data in differentiating instruction so teachers
may create multiple paths for students of different abilities and
different needs to use and present the concept in the daily
learning process Provide intervention based on the specific needs of the students
as specified in his or her IEP and Student Success Plan. Assess changing student needs and implement plans of
improvement Maintain effective and efficient data gathering procedures Provide a positive environment in which students are actively
engaged in the learning process Communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and
other professional Attend Sped and IEP meetings Maintain consistent Co-teaching conversations (ongoing) Competencies Possesses strong oral and written communication skills Able to work independently and in a self-reliant manner Able to work as part of a community Accepts complete responsibility and is self-motivated Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve goals Displays effective time management skills Supervisory Responsibility Work environment Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with
students, parents, peers, and the community Model professional maturity in leading students towards their
academic, career, and cultural growth Ensure that student growth and achievement is continuous and
appropriate for age, skill, and subject area Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with
students, parents, and schools, measured by Dr. Richard Izquierdo
Health & Science Charter School & NYC DOE school data source Take responsibility for meeting school-wide student performance
goals Demonstrate gains in the student performance Participate in training and presentations about various
pedagogical competencies Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such
as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules and collaborating
effectively with colleagues Perform administrative duties and class coverage as assigned by
a supervisor Provide a positive environment in which students are actively
engaged in the learning process communicate effectively with
students, parents, colleagues, and other professors Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public
school or charter school setting preferred Must hold a Valid NYS Special Education certification Knowledge of data-driven instructional strategies Knowledge of backwards planning Knowledge of co-teaching models Knowledge of the Charlotte Danielson Framework of Teaching Knowledge of the Responsive Classroom Approach to Discipline Knowledge of SPED data management and its components: Baseline,
Anecdotal, Goals, and Growth Knowledge of Accommodations (Level I -RTI protocols) Knowledge of IEP reporting and assessing goals Knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessment write-ups as
needed Knowledge of Behavior Intervention Plans meetings and its
applications EEO Statement Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health and Science Charter School provides
equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,
including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination,
layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and
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Exempt
Director of Special Education
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
The Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing students
with instruction that combines principles of learning, models of
teaching and creates a high degree of clarity for students. The
teacher is responsible for creating an educational atmosphere where
students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for
intellectual, emotional professional and academic and cultural
growth. The teacher is responsible for organizing and implementing
an instructional program that will result in students achieving
academic success in accordance with Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health &
Science Charter School Mission and goals.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities
Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to talk and hear. This position is very active and
requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching,
crawling, and climbing all day. Specific vision abilities required
by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust
focus.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and the hours and work and days are
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm unless the school will
host a school event which then all teachers are expected to
stay.
Travel
Limited to no travel required on school trips
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree is required
Preferred Education and Experience
Masters Degree preferred in related subject or field
Knowledge and skills
Knowledge of differentiated teaching strategies
Keywords: Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health and Science Charter S, New Rochelle , Middle School Special Education Teacher, Other , Bronx, New York
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