Special Education Teacher Position Available In Camden, New Jersey

Job Description:

Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network ofhigh-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing anexceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantagedcommunities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark,and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completiongap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Ourstudents consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting ourdedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators,offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development toensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard,do good, and make a lasting difference! Job Description UncommonSpecial Education teachers are passionate about developing andmonitoring accommodations for students with special needs. SpecialEducation teachers advocate for students and believe thatspecialized instruction and related services increase academicachievement. Special Education teachers offer academic, emotional,and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

Responsibilities 1. Instruction

• You’ll modify, differentiate, andteach an inclusive curriculum that emphasizes diversity.
• You’llcollaborate with families and Special Education teams to develop504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that offerappropriate accommodations and modifications.
• You’ll create aninclusive and safe environment where students feel empowered tobecome self-guided learners. 2. Special Education SpecificResponsibilities
• You’ll collaborate with general educationteachers, school leaders, and families to analyze and respond totrends in student work samples and assessments and ensurecompliance with Individualized Education Plans.
• You will gatheracademic growth data and write goals to prepare for annual IEPmeetings.
• You will teach pull-out, push-in, small group, andone-on-one instruction and implement strategies to differentiateinstruction for all learners in your classroom. 3. School Culture
• You’ll build positive relationships with students to ensure theyfeel seen, loved, and heard.
• You’ll partner with students’families to ensure appropriate resources are available to supporttheir child’s learning needs.
• You’ll engage in practice-basedprofessional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• You’ll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivatecommunity, model our core values, and encourage studentachievement.
• You’ll partner with your grade level team to developacademic goals and practice instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’social emotional and academic development
• An enthusiasm forcollaborating with internal and external partners in the bestinterest of students
• A self-directed learner who solicits andimplements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives

• Required Experience:

• A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experiencepreferred).
• Academic expertise in Special Education, theHumanities, Social Sciences, STEM, or related fields of study.
• Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor’s degreefrom an accredited college or university.

Teacher certification isnot a prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon Schools in thestate of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state certificationeligibility requirements (a final undergraduate or graduatecumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or 2.75 ifyou graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff arerequired to become certified in the state of New Jersey within areasonable period after beginning employment. AdditionalInformation Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offercompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that supportthe personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and theirfamilies. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness andattracting & retaining top talent. Compensation Compensation forthis role is between $56,000 to $80,000. Starting pay is determinedusing various factors including but not limited to relevantfull-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenurewith Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teachingexperience will likely have a starting salary of $56,000. Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive,best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health,dental, and vision insurance plans pre-tax flexible spending (FSA),dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
• New Jersey Pension program
• Paid leave ofabsence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mentalhealth and counseling support wellness benefits
• A detailed list ofall benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon, we believe that asupportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, andcommunity thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings awide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of thecommunities we servewith over 70% of our staff identifying aspeople of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogueon important topics that shape our school culture. As an equalopportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employmentopportunities to all employees and applicants for employment andprohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regardto race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disabilitystatus, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure thatindividuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefitsassociated with employment and are provided reasonableaccommodations for the interview process and to perform core jobfunctions. If you would like to request an accommodation, pleaseemail recruitment@uncommonschools.org.