About Sisulu-Walker Charter School of Harlem :
The mission of the school is to prepare K-5 students living in and around Central Harlem for matriculation to outstanding public, private and parochial middle and high schools by nurturing their intellectual, emotional, artistic and social development. The school is accomplishing this by offering a rigorous and challenging academic curricula taught by a highly-prepared and committed cadre of professional educators. Beginning in kindergarten, we prepare our students for college and a lifetime of achievement, honor and service. Sisulu-Walker is achieving this in a small and supportive learning environment that sets high expectations for all of our students and encourages strong parental and community involvement.
Position Overview :
The Sisulu-Walker Charter School of Harlem Special Education Teacher understands and promotes the school's mission, vision, objectives, and policies both within and outside the immediate school community. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing a classroom / instructional program that supports the individual needs of all children in accordance with the school's mission and values established by the school.
NOTE : THIS POSITION IS FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2022-23 . Employment / Pre-service will take place during Summer 2022.
Responsibilities and Duties (including, but not limited to) :
Instructional Planning
- Provide direct special education services to students according to the requirements of their Individualized Education Plan, and to address other educational needs
- Work with teachers, Principal, specialists, parents and CSEs to develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Assume personal responsibility for the academic progress of all students
- Implement a coherent, research-based curriculum in consultation with Principal
- Differentiate lesson plans for students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in an inclusion setting and implement IEPs as necessary
- Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement
- Document all lesson plans, assignments, rubrics, and other instructional materials and methods
- Use consistent school-wide practices and a variety of individualized methods to engage students in the classroom
- Complete all annual reviews and behavior intervention plans required by Federal and State mandates
- Implement all State and Federal mandates for students with IEP's
I nstructional Delivery
Document all lesson plans, assignments, rubrics and other instructional materials and methodsUse consistent school-wide practices and a variety of individualized methods to engage students in the classroomUse technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication and ensure student engagementAll duties encompassed under classroom teacherStudent Assessment
Measure student achievement and progress towards learning objectives using the school's formative and summative assessment toolsEvaluate academic achievement through detailed data analysis of student performance on a wide variety of metricsProvide ongoing and timely feedback to students on their progress towards meeting expectations and achieving goalsUse student data to reflect on effectiveness of lessons and student achievement progress in order to improve instruction and personal practiceDevelop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curricula and instructional practiceCompletes all reports in a timely mannerLearning Environment
Create, and manage a responsive learning environment that enables students to feel safe, to be creative, and to develop to their full potentialEstablish, model, practice and reinforce age-appropriate rules and discipline using school approved procedures; create and consistently use individual behavioral management plans as neededImplement classroom procedures, systems and routines that provide structure for studentsEnsure smooth operation of all classroom instructional functions without exceptionsExtracurricular Activities
Organize and supervise approved field trips to enhance classroom learning.Provide opportunities and supervise activities in order for students to demonstrate individually and in ensembles or large groups the skills and talents developed in the music programStudent Support and School Culture
Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, colleagues and administratorsEstablish, involve, and assist students in the development, maintenance, and evaluation of portfoliosDevelop and use rubrics for evaluating student products and performancesOversee and assist with student arrival / dismissalWork closely with all members of school community, model citizenship, collaboration and support of one anotherOther tasks as assigned by the AdministrationAcademic and Certification Qualifications :
Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferredNew York State Special Education Certification required (Birth - 2 or 1 - 6)Work Experience and Skills :
Experience working with at-risk student population in some capacity preferredEducational experience after college (fellowships, summer study, or graduate course work to pursue greater depth in a subject area, specific instructional methodology, curriculum development, special education, technology, etc.) preferredStrong written, grammatical, presentation, and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills required to develop rubrics, examine data and metrics that will enhance student knowledge and promote performance of superior work productsProven ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with a diverse team of teachers and administratorsKnowledge of childhood development and demonstrated experience with executing planned lessons to meet the differential needs of each childWorking knowledge and comfort level with instructional technologyPersonal Qualities and Behavioral Traits :
Driven educator with an unrelenting focus on organization along with a high level of student and school-wide performance in achieving / exceeding state standardsChampions change, supports school leader in trying to apply new ideas and methods; actively motivates and encourages others to adapt to changeDemonstrates persistence in overcoming and removing obstacles that impact student achievementDevelops and maintains positive communications and working relationships with students, parents, and co-workers by being collaborative and maintaining a pleasant work attitudeOpenness to feedback and willing to take responsibility for student successPassionately dedicated to school's mission with a steadfast belief that all students will receive a rigorous elementary foundationWorking knowledge of the charter school movement and culture
