SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM CO-TEACHER
2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
MISSION OF THE SCHOOL
Compass Charter School is a safe and nurturing educational environment that honors the individuality of each learner. By engaging in a process of inquiry, our graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to lead fulfilling personal and professional lives, including a developed sense of self, the ability to think in innovative and flexible ways, and the inspiration to make a positive impact on their community.
DESCRIPTION OF THE SCHOOL
Compass Charter School is an inquiry-based, progressive elementary school that opened in the fall of 2014 in Fort Greene, Brooklyn.
We are committed to providing an experiential and democratic elementary experience to all children, with intentional access for children who typically do not get access to progressive education (children with special needs, children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and English language learners).
Our Integrated Curriculum centers sustainability in all forms : environmental, racial, and economic justice. Our staff works interdependently in collaborative teams and engages in professional inquiry (instructional coaching, reflection, restorative and trauma-informed practices).
Compass enrolls approximately 330 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Compass Charter School is seeking reflective educators who are driven to provide a rigorous, justice-oriented educational experience to all children.
Compass Special Education Classroom Co-Teachers are highly reflective, collaborative, curious, and bring joy to their work with students and colleagues.
Special Education Classroom Co-Teachers work in collaboration with a Classroom Co-Teacher in our Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) classrooms to co-plan and co-teach one group of students for two consecutive school years (looping).
Special Education Classroom Co-Teachers engage fully in our professional development program, including instructional coaching, professional inquiry, and collaborative projects and committees.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree preferred
3 or more years of relevant teaching experience preferred
New York State Special Education Teacher Certification (Early Childhood Special Education, Childhood Special Education)
Educational philosophy aligns with the mission and vision of Compass
Previous success in raising academic achievement of students with special needs
Experience working with children with special needs in an Integrated Co-Teaching setting
Ability to collaborate with support staff and related service provides to ensure that all mandated services are being provided in accordance to student IEP
Reflective practitioner in a state of constant professional growth and a willingness to share their craft with others
Commitment to integrating sustainability and the arts into core curricular subjects
Knowledge of the school neighborhood
Experience planning and teaching interdisciplinary units of study preferred
Commitment to and knowledge of experiential and inquiry-based teaching and learning
Commitment to diverse learning environments
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience collaborating with children, families, colleagues, and administrators
RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate with co-teacher, support staff, and school leaders to provide high-quality, relevant instruction to all children
Ensure that all IEP goals are being worked toward and documented quarterly
Use a variety of assessments to measure student learning and drive instruction
Use student performance data to tailor and differentiate curriculum
Actively participate in Compass professional learning community (PLC)
Collaboratively plan interdisciplinary units of study
Commit to working with one class of students and the same co-teacher for two consecutive school years (looping)
Actively participate in the school’s decision-making process regarding classroom interventions, curricular units of study, and school-wide initiatives
Regularly communicate with families, students, and community partners
Integrate the Compass CARES values into classroom culture, units of study, and interactions with staff, families, and students
Integrate the real world and surrounding community into the curriculum
Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Maintain confidentiality with student information and records
Create a positive and safe classroom culture and community
COMPENSATION
Compass is a unionized charter school.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Salary range of 65K-127K commensurate with experience and education.
TO APPLY
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