Special Education Teacher; Grades 7-12 Academic Year

Special Education Teacher Position

SANY is excited to announce the opening of a Special Education Teacher position (Grades 7-12) for Utica Academy of Science Charter School Junior-Senior High School for 2026/27 Academic Year. We have a great environment for new teachers and encourage experienced teachers to apply! New York State Students with Disabilities or SPED Certification required.

We need teachers who will:

• Provide engaging lesson plans that conform to the charter's curriculum
• Collaborate with staff to determine the charter's requirements for the instructional goals, objectives, and methods
• Be ready to prepare students for the standardized tests relevant to the content area
• Have excellent content knowledge and pedagogy
• Welcome the use of analytics and data to help drive instruction and promote learning
• Appreciate regular feedback, accountability, and the rewards that come with doing a great job serving our students & communities
• Have great classroom management

What we can provide:

• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, employee assistance program, and more!
• Enrollment in the NYS Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or 403b employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive salary (based on pay scale, experience, and education)
• Professional development opportunities. Coaches and mentors in every building!
• Regular use and integration of technology in our classrooms and throughout our school, including SMART boards, IPADs, Chromebooks, internet, and apps

What you need:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required;
  Master's degree preferred
• NYS Students with Disabilities or SPED certification required
• Experience with a diverse population of students or in an urban setting is a plus
• Prior teaching experience is preferred and novice teachers are encouraged to apply!
• Fingerprint clearance through the NYS Department of Education

Competencies:

• Growth mindset, flexible and okay with change
• Intrinsically motivated
• Compassionate
• A strong conviction that all students can succeed
• The ability to take feedback well and immediately implement
• Comfortable with the use of data and analytics to help drive instruction and promote learning

Equal Opportunity Employer

Science Academies of New York is committed to maintaining a working and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or those who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.