Special Education Teacher

Bridge Prep is a unique, mission driven public charter elementary school on Staten Island. We are dedicated to providing a student-centered educational option for our students, many of whom have dyslexia or other language-based reading difficulties. At Bridge Prep, we ensure that our students gain the skills and confidence to meet their full academic potential. Our innovative and rigorous student-centered environment develops our students into confident, creative, life-long learners.

Our academic offerings are rooted in our commitment to the Science of Reading and multisensory instruction approaches which provide all students with an experience focused on academic and personal growth through targeted support. All our staff members share the same belief that all students can learn, regardless of their differing learning styles or academic ability, if they are provided with the necessary and appropriate learning environment.

Teachers are critical to achieving a culture of achievement at Bridge Prep. We are seeking innovative, talented, and dedicated educators to bring their skills, experience, and energy to our collaborative, student-centered learning environment, and want our teachers to be committed, dynamic, and innovative pedagogues. We seek Special Education Teachers who are passionate about inclusive education, differentiated instruction, and supporting the diverse learning needs of all students.

• Create a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where all students can learn.
• Plan and facilitate engaging, differentiated lessons, as part of a classroom teacher pair, in alignment with NY State Standards, Bridge Prep’s curriculum, and students’ individual learning needs.
• Routinely analyze data with the purpose of increasing student achievement and monitoring progress toward individualized learning goals.
• Build students’ academic and social emotional skills through modeling and explicit instruction.
• Engage in Professional Learning opportunities to improve knowledge and skills with the purpose of increasing student achievement.
• Maintain regular and open communication with families to promote the success and growth of all students and promote family participation, inclusion and collaboration.
• Advocate to ensure students receive appropriate support, accommodations, and services.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, parent conferences, and multidisciplinary meetings to support student progress.
• Collaborate with the co-teacher to differentiate instruction through effective lesson planning and use a variety of strategies to support diverse student learning needs, engagement, and a positive classroom environment.

Reporting: This is a full-time position reporting to the Principal or their designee(s).

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field
• A current New York State Special Education teaching certification (Students with Disabilities) or equivalent out-of-state certification with eligibility for New York State certification
• Commitment to or experience working with students at various academic levels
• An understanding of special education mandates, protocols, processes, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and service plans
• Experience analyzing data to create, implement, and reflect on student instructional goals

• A Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field
• Dual Certification in both General Education and Special Education
• Experience as a classroom teacher…