High School Special Education Teacher

The School The New York City Charter High School for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Industries is a small 9-12 high school located in the South Bronx. AECI primarily serves an at-risk and in-need student population from The Bronx. Our mission is to prepare students for post-secondary success while introducing them to architecture, engineering, and construction programs. Our small school environment and support structures for students have allowed our school to annually achieve a graduation rate of over 95% with many of our students going on to attend top universities. The Position: The ICT Special Education Teacher will address the needs of students with IEPs in an inclusive classroom setting through collaborative teaching with general education content area teachers. The ICT teacher will work with five (5) classes a day to differentiate instruction for students with special needs and students who are at-risk. Professional development and coaching is provided in order to develop pedagogy and support growth in teacher effectiveness. Instructional Responsibilities • Collaboratively plan for and teach 5 periods a day • Provide a range of instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the different needs of students • Provide direct services to students to assist and support them in achieving their IEP goals • Work with at-risk students as well as special education students • Assist teachers with differentiation and multiple entry points in the classroom • Participate as part of Pupil Personnel Committee to develop intervention strategies (Kid Talk) • Attend IEP meetings and provide feedback of mastery of IEP goals and Learning Targets • Plan lessons for and lead one Advisory class • Promote literacy into all areas of instruction • Develop relationships and consistently communicate with students’ families Other Professional Responsibilities • Ensure the safety of students under your supervision • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research. • Assist with non-instructional supervision of students, as needed, such as hallway monitoring, substitute teaching, supervision of extracurricular activities and dismissal • Develop relationships and consistently communicate with students’ families • Assist in moving students to proper locations during fire drills, special assemblies and events • Collaborate as scheduled with other staff members (Common Planning Time) • Inspect equipment and field areas used to ensure they are in good and safe working order. • Keep accurate and organized records for student attendance and progress • Provide tutoring to small student groups as needed • Model the AECI Core Values of Perseverance, Achievement, Integrity and Respect at all times. Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred) • High School experience preferred but not required • Urban teaching experience or other similar experience in a similar setting preferred • Desire to work in a teacher-driven, student-centered environment • Ability to collaborate well with colleagues • Ability to communicate effectively and often with parents and families • Belief that all students can learn and achieve at high levels Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience Interested candidates please send resume and cover letter to: Careers@ aecicharterhs.org AECI Charter High School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of race, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual preferences or mental or physical disability Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) match • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • Monday to Friday Education: • Master's (Preferred) Work Location: • One location Work Remotely: • No Job Type: Full-time Pay: $68,902.00 - $103,734.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Professional development assistance • Retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift Ability to Relocate: • Bronx, NY 10451: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person