Description
Job Overview
We are seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our team at Zeta, a network of schools across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens. As a Special Education Teacher, you will provide targeted, individualized support to help students with disabilities access rigorous learning and reach their highest potential.
Responsibilities
- Plan and revise lessons for small group and push-in instruction that align with IEP goals and Common Core Standards.
- Provide homeroom teachers and families with differentiated learning strategies to support academic and social-emotional growth.
- Create organized systems to track data and progress monitor individual learning goals in accordance with each student's IEP or 504.
- Proactively and effectively communicate with homeroom teachers and service providers to ensure students have what they need to be successful at all times.
- Prepare data-driven reports in preparation for meetings pertaining to students' individual needs.
- Build a classroom culture that fosters students' genuine love for learning and creates a sense of community for our families.
- Internalize and deeply understand Zeta's academic content and social-emotional curriculum.
- Collaborate with colleagues and participate in weekly professional development opportunities with leaders and colleagues to benefit from feedback that will help you grow as an educator.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Valid initial or professional New York State teaching certificate in Students with Disabilities
- At least 1 year of lead teaching experience, with a demonstrated record of accelerating student growth
- Strong instructional skills and a demonstrated ability to provide targeted, differentiated support that meets the individual learning needs of students with disabilities
- A commitment to maintaining high academic expectations while building supportive, inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive
- A growth mindset and strong sense of ownership, with the ability to respond to feedback and do what it takes to help every student succeed
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
- 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
- Competitive compensation
- Relocation support to help eligible candidates make the move to New York City
- Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses
- Four live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and a free Headspace subscription
- MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone
- Fully stocked team spaces with snacks and quality coffee
- Zeta swag, team outings, and some of NYC's finest sweet treats handpicked from our CEO
- Books and resources for professional development