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The Academy Charter School

SPED Elementary Teacher - $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

The Academy Charter School, Hempstead, New York, United States

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SPED Elementary Teacher - $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS! The Academy Charter Schools offers an exceptional interdisciplinary curriculum in a technology-rich environment that challenges students to explore connections across subjects and use experiential learning to bridge the gaps between theory and practice. The Academy’s focus on character development and community service cultivates a student body poised to be active, engaged and responsible members of the community.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Provide direct special education services to students to meet the requirements of their Individualized Education Plan.

Collaborate with teachers, principal, specialists, parents and CSEs to develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Assume personal responsibility for the academic progress of all students.

Implement a coherent, research‑based curriculum in consultation with the principal.

Differentiate lesson plans for students with IEPs in an inclusive setting and implement IEPs as necessary.

Implement all State and Federal mandates for students with IEPs.

Document all lesson plans, assignments, rubrics and other instructional materials and methods.

Use consistent school‑wide practices and a variety of individualized methods to engage students in the classroom.

Use technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication and ensure student engagement.

Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, colleagues and administrators.

Establish, involve, and assist students in the development, maintenance, and evaluation of portfolios.

Qualifications

Knowledge of childhood development and demonstrated experience executing planned lessons to meet differential needs of each student.

Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.

New York State Special Education certification required.

Salary $65,000 - $96,000

Employment Type Full‑time

EEO Statement The Academy is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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