SY 26-27 Middle School STEM Special Education Teacher

Join School in the Square's "Relationships-First" team as a Middle School STEM Special Education Teacher.

We are looking for a dedicated, mission-aligned teacher to support our efforts to ensure high academic standards while also focusing on the social-emotional needs of all students.

Responsibilities:

• Skilled in current teaching methods and educational pedagogy including interactive, hands-on, creative learning
• Use of technology to support instruction in all areas
• Use of assessment to drive instruction
• Differentiation of curriculum to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Knowledge of co-teaching strategies
• Knowledge of ELL strategies
• A strategic, solutions-focused thinker with strong communication and planning skills
• A strong relationship builder, respecting and encouraging student effort
• Familiar with restorative practices, anti-racism education, culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy, trauma-informed practices
• Self-reflective with the capacity to accept and implement feedback to improve instruction

Requirements:

• A graduate of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or relevant content area
• Current possessor of a valid New York State Teaching Certification or willing to enroll in a New York State Teaching Certification Program and obtain such Certification within two years
• Bilingual in Spanish Preferred

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary ranging from $66,000 - $122,764 for certified teachers and $63,000 - $119,764 for uncertified teachers
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• 401K program with a 6% organizational match
• 93% coverage of healthcare coverage
• Longevity bonus
• Generous paid time off
• Access to a federal student loan debt reduction program
• Supportive work environment