Integration Charter Schools
Special Education Teacher - 2025-2026 School Year
Integration Charter Schools, New York, New York, us, 10261
Special Education Teacher – 2025‑2026 School Year
Join Integration Charter Schools (ICS) as a Special Education Teacher for the 2025‑2026 school year. If you are passionate about empowering and uplifting others through education, we invite you to become part of our vibrant learning community.
About Integration Charter Schools is dedicated to providing innovative pathways to college that fully integrate students with special needs. We aim to fill gaps in public education across four Staten Island schools, guided by teamwork, courage, community, and integrity. Our rigorous academic curriculum and social‑emotional learning program foster resilience, self‑awareness, and interpersonal skills, preparing students for success both inside and outside the classroom. With college credit opportunities through partnerships with higher education institutions, students can accelerate their academic journey.
Overview As an ICCS Special Education Teacher, you will ignite curiosity, inspire creativity, and foster a love for learning in a diverse community. You will play a crucial role in creating inclusive pathways to academic and social‑emotional success for all learners, working collaboratively with students, families, and colleagues to provide a supportive and enriching learning environment.
Responsibilities
Craft and deliver captivating lessons that engage and energize students across various subjects.
Address the learning needs of all learners in your classroom.
Collaborate with an ICCS co‑teacher to ensure student success.
Support students with IEPs by maintaining a caseload, collaborating on IEPs, participating in meetings, and communicating ongoing with families.
Plan instruction that creates independent learning opportunities.
Drive differentiation and specially designed instruction to support students with disabilities in an inclusive classroom.
Plan accommodations and modifications as required and ensure testing accommodations are in place.
Deliver high‑quality content in the assigned content area integrating social‑emotional instructional practices.
Provide small‑group instruction.
Lead by example, demonstrating a passion for learning and nurturing student growth.
Create a safe, predictable learning environment for all stakeholders.
Make space for student voice and choice.
Use the principle of conflict management and redirect undesired behavior.
Manage student behaviors and use mistakes as learning opportunities.
Hold a high bar for effort, persistence, and quality of work.
Celebrate progress and recognize student achievement.
Provide support for student intervention planning.
Build positive relationships with families and provide weekly communication touchpoints.
Maintain communication regarding student IEP needs.
Provide families with tools and tips for home support.
Embrace and celebrate diversity, creating an inclusive environment that reflects our community.
Engage in continuous professional development and reflective practice.
Participate in network‑wide professional development opportunities including mentorship, coaching, observation, and feedback rounds.
Maintain accurate records for grading, progress monitoring, and communication.
Collaborate with colleagues and invest in ongoing professional growth.
Support the school as directed by the principal, assistant principal, or dean.
Create and champion an inclusive environment where students feel valued and belong.
Additional Information
Weekly Wednesday half‑day schedule for embedded professional development and planning.
Small class sizes.
Tuition reimbursement.
Teaching certification pathway for qualified applicants.
Opportunity to be an integral part of our community and shape student futures.
Employees’ students have access to after‑care options.
Free on‑campus parking.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending account, paid time off, short‑ and long‑term disability, commuter benefits, professional development opportunities, and a 401(k) with 3 % match.
Eligibility for NYS Teacher Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Work‑life balance promotion for all staff.
Teacher Residency Program.
Qualifications & Competencies
Certified to teach Special Education in New York State.
Bachelor’s degree in Education or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate students towards their full potential.
Exceptional communication skills to convey complex ideas in relatable terms.
Collaborative attitude toward teaching and learning.
“Whatever it takes” mindset centered on “children first.”
Belief in every student’s limitless potential.
Embrace and celebrate diversity, creating an inclusive classroom environment that reflects our community.
Salary/Hours Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM.
Salary range: $66,732–$103,271, dependent on education level and teaching experience.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Education and Training
ICS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Integration Charter Schools is dedicated to providing innovative pathways to college that fully integrate students with special needs. We aim to fill gaps in public education across four Staten Island schools, guided by teamwork, courage, community, and integrity. Our rigorous academic curriculum and social‑emotional learning program foster resilience, self‑awareness, and interpersonal skills, preparing students for success both inside and outside the classroom. With college credit opportunities through partnerships with higher education institutions, students can accelerate their academic journey.
Overview As an ICCS Special Education Teacher, you will ignite curiosity, inspire creativity, and foster a love for learning in a diverse community. You will play a crucial role in creating inclusive pathways to academic and social‑emotional success for all learners, working collaboratively with students, families, and colleagues to provide a supportive and enriching learning environment.
Responsibilities
Craft and deliver captivating lessons that engage and energize students across various subjects.
Address the learning needs of all learners in your classroom.
Collaborate with an ICCS co‑teacher to ensure student success.
Support students with IEPs by maintaining a caseload, collaborating on IEPs, participating in meetings, and communicating ongoing with families.
Plan instruction that creates independent learning opportunities.
Drive differentiation and specially designed instruction to support students with disabilities in an inclusive classroom.
Plan accommodations and modifications as required and ensure testing accommodations are in place.
Deliver high‑quality content in the assigned content area integrating social‑emotional instructional practices.
Provide small‑group instruction.
Lead by example, demonstrating a passion for learning and nurturing student growth.
Create a safe, predictable learning environment for all stakeholders.
Make space for student voice and choice.
Use the principle of conflict management and redirect undesired behavior.
Manage student behaviors and use mistakes as learning opportunities.
Hold a high bar for effort, persistence, and quality of work.
Celebrate progress and recognize student achievement.
Provide support for student intervention planning.
Build positive relationships with families and provide weekly communication touchpoints.
Maintain communication regarding student IEP needs.
Provide families with tools and tips for home support.
Embrace and celebrate diversity, creating an inclusive environment that reflects our community.
Engage in continuous professional development and reflective practice.
Participate in network‑wide professional development opportunities including mentorship, coaching, observation, and feedback rounds.
Maintain accurate records for grading, progress monitoring, and communication.
Collaborate with colleagues and invest in ongoing professional growth.
Support the school as directed by the principal, assistant principal, or dean.
Create and champion an inclusive environment where students feel valued and belong.
Additional Information
Weekly Wednesday half‑day schedule for embedded professional development and planning.
Small class sizes.
Tuition reimbursement.
Teaching certification pathway for qualified applicants.
Opportunity to be an integral part of our community and shape student futures.
Employees’ students have access to after‑care options.
Free on‑campus parking.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending account, paid time off, short‑ and long‑term disability, commuter benefits, professional development opportunities, and a 401(k) with 3 % match.
Eligibility for NYS Teacher Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Work‑life balance promotion for all staff.
Teacher Residency Program.
Qualifications & Competencies
Certified to teach Special Education in New York State.
Bachelor’s degree in Education or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate students towards their full potential.
Exceptional communication skills to convey complex ideas in relatable terms.
Collaborative attitude toward teaching and learning.
“Whatever it takes” mindset centered on “children first.”
Belief in every student’s limitless potential.
Embrace and celebrate diversity, creating an inclusive classroom environment that reflects our community.
Salary/Hours Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM.
Salary range: $66,732–$103,271, dependent on education level and teaching experience.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Education and Training
ICS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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