High School Special Education History Teacher

Position: 2026-2027 High School Special Education History Teacher
High School Special Education History Teacher

(2026 - 2027 School Year)

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School

Brooklyn, New York

What is the Role?

Coney Island Prep is looking for teachers with a background in Special Education to bring their passion for History to our high school. If you are an unapologetic history buff who wants to challenge the way teenage scholars see and experience the world - and you're driven to ensure all students meet your bar for academic rigor - you may be an excellent fit for a Special Education History Teacher.

Through our research-based, standards aligned curriculum "New Visions", you will engage our scholars by fostering critical thinking, problem-solving and setting an awareness of how historical events have shaped today's social and political climate. We value individuals who promote inclusion and equity in and outside of the classroom by creating a safe learning environment where students feel seen and heard, and curiosity is welcomed.

If this is something you enjoy, we encourage you to apply!

What You'll Be Asked To Do

* Internalize standards-aligned curriculum and content

* Manage a caseload of students and prepare for their IEP meetings by gathering the required reports and documentation from teachers and families

* Develop and track standards aligned IEP goals for students with IEPs

* Lead and monitor the progress of Tier 2 interventions for at risk students

* Plan and implement Tier 1 interventions and internalize standards-aligned curriculum and content

* Co-teach, co-plan, and co-lead classroom instruction

* On a daily basis, teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments, and differentiate instruction based on IEP mandates and individual student needs

* Communicate effectively with all scholars, their families, and staff

* Commit to a culture of consistently implementing school-wide systems, structures, and procedures

* Eradicate the effects of racism, poverty and other forms of oppression in our school community by making resources, opportunities, support systems, and classrooms equitable and accessible for all our stakeholders

* Analyze and action plan using instructional and culture data to improve teaching practice and strengthen student outcomes

* Be proactive in creating a positive, structured, results-oriented, and fun learning environment that supports the needs of students with various abilities and experiences

* Participate in school community responsibilities such as lunch duty, dismissal and hallway duties, daily homeroom, bi-weekly advisory groups, weekly content and grade team meetings, whole-staff professional development, lesson internalization and practice, and office hours once a week

What You'll Need

* Passion for education and a dedication to Coney Island Prep's mission, beliefs, and values and its commitment to anti-racism

* Steadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels and deserve an opportunity to succeed in the college and career of their choice

* Experience with Special Education and working with high school students required

* Bachelor's degree and NYS teaching certification required, Master's degree in Special Education strongly preferred; we offer $2,000 towards the completion of a Master's degree and NY State certification within two years of employment

* Cultural competencies to work in low-income communities and a willingness to examine your beliefs and biases across lines of difference

* Culturally responsive and age appropriate conflict resolution skills

* Proven organizational, oral, and written communication skills; timeliness; accuracy; and consistent and regular communication; and ability to meet deadlines

* Self-reflective and open to feedback, with the ambition and desire to grow and develop

* A positive, solution-oriented attitude and drive for excellence

* Eagerness to work collaboratively as part of a team

* A strong track record of building positive relationships with families, students and staff, while demonstrating value towards diversity and inclusivity

Who are we?

Coney Island Prep High School is a college preparatory, public charter high school…