Early Elementary Specialist; SY

12:1:1 Early Elementary Specialist
, Canarsie, Brooklyn, NY

In-Person Work Required

This is an exempt position and is not eligible for overtime

Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools providing 1,700 students in Brooklyn with the outstanding education they deserve. Our goal is to provide students with curriculum and instruction that is both standards-aligned and culturally responsive. Our approach is designed to provide the conditions that nurture students as critical thinkers and natural problem-solvers. As an organization we are committed to engaging in work that disrupts and roots out systems and structures that perpetuate white supremacy.

We intentionally seek to build and maintain a diverse and talented team that reflects the backgrounds and experiences of our students and creates an inclusive environment for all employees.

We believe that all children can learn when immersed in a rich environment full of high expectations, rigorous academics, and caring, committed adults. We believe equity and excellence are not mutually exclusive—we can meet the needs of all students in our schools, while actively engaging parents and driving toward excellent academic results. We envision a pathway to equity that features outstanding curriculum and instruction as well as ample opportunities for students to achieve success in and out of the classroom.

We believe it is both our privilege and responsibility to help close the opportunity gap in the Brooklyn community.

You are a special educator who specializes in working with students with disabilities, including students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, specific learning disabilities, and speech and language disabilities. You are ready to provide targeted, data-driven and responsive instruction to diverse learners. You prioritize building a trusting and caring classroom culture, where all learners feel seen, valued, and appreciated. You implement instruction and pedagogical strategies focused on moving students towards grade level proficiency.

You are a reflective practitioner willing to go above and beyond to meet the needs of your students while educating the whole child. You are a relationship builder and a collaborator: you enjoy partnering with families, paraprofessionals, teaching assistants, related service providers, and other educators.

Additionally, you possess the following qualities:

• Dedicated to working in communities that have historically been underserved and under-resourced
• Committed to thoughtfully engaging in identity work necessary to take a culturally responsive approach to pedagogy and relationship-building with students and colleagues
• Exceptional dedication and intentionality to achieve results and make growth in your own practice and in related student outcomes, particularly the outcomes of exceptional learners
• Ability to cultivate a positive classroom culture to promote safety and inclusion of all students
• Ability to use differentiated strategies to support students with emotional regulation
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Experience teaching students with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, required
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Classroom teaching experience required; 5 years strongly preferred
• Familiarity with PreK education standards, preferred
• Experience with ABA, preferred
• New York State Teaching Certification, strongly preferred
• Special Education Certification, strongly preferred
• Master’s Degree in Education, required

In this unique role, you will work with the network and school team to solidify our approach to 12:1:1. This position will allow you to iterate and refine our instructional approach to meet the needs of students more significantly impacted by their disabilities. As a 12:1:1 Early Elementary Specialist, you will lead a classroom of students with disabilities to make exceptional gains.

You will be expected to manage the following daily:

• Plan and deliver high-quality instruction aligned to students’ IEP goals and state standards. Elevate differentiation and universally-designed instruction to ensure all students meet rigorous academic standards
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