Special Education Teacher (Riverside)
Company: Uncommon Schools
Location: Williamstown
Posted on: May 10, 2025
Job Description:
Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of
high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an
exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged
communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark,
and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion
gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our
students consistently exceed national benchmarks , reflecting our
dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators ,
offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to
ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard,
do good, and make a lasting difference! Job Description Uncommon
Special Education teachers are passionate about developing and
monitoring accommodations for students with special needs. Special
Education teachers advocate for students and believe that
specialized instruction and related services increase academic
achievement. Special Education teachers offer academic, emotional,
and physical support while maintaining high expectations. -
Responsibilities 1. Instruction
- You'll modify, differentiate, and teach an inclusive curriculum
that emphasizes diversity. -
- You'll collaborate with families and Special Education teams to
develop 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that offer
appropriate accommodations and modifications.
- You'll create an inclusive and safe environment where students
feel empowered to become self-guided learners. 2. Special Education
Specific Responsibilities
- You'll collaborate with general education teachers, school
leaders, and families to analyze and respond to trends in student
work samples and assessments and ensure compliance with
Individualized Education Plans.
- You will gather academic growth data and write goals to prepare
for annual IEP meetings.
- You will teach pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one
instruction and implement strategies to differentiate instruction
for all learners in your classroom. 3. School Culture
- You'll build positive relationships with students to ensure
they feel seen, loved, and heard.
- You'll partner with students' families to ensure appropriate
resources are available to support their child's learning
needs.
- You'll engage in practice-based professional development,
mentorship, and coaching sessions.
- You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate
community, model our core values, and encourage student
achievement.
- You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic
goals and practice instructional strategies. Qualifications
- A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social
emotional and academic development
- An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external
partners in the best interest of students
- A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to
improve outcomes and achieve objectives
- Required Experience:
- A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban
schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
- Academic expertise in Special Education, the Humanities, Social
Sciences, STEM, or related fields of study. -
- Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's
degree from an accredited college or university. Teacher
certification is not a prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon
Schools in the state of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state
certification eligibility requirements (a final undergraduate or
graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or
2.75 if you graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are
required to become certified in the state of New Jersey within a
reasonable period after beginning employment. Additional
Information Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer
competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support
the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their
families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and
attracting & retaining top talent. Compensation Compensation for
this role is between $56,000 -to $80,000. Starting pay is
determined using various factors including but not limited to
relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications,
and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time
Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $56,000.
- Benefits
- Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays,
and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer). -
- Extensive, best-in-class training and development
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans +
pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health
saving accounts (HSA)
- Financial Planning
- New Jersey Pension program
- Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability,
etc.)
- Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits *A
detailed list of all benefits is located At Uncommon, we believe
that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students,
staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team
that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences,
reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff
identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and
open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture. As
an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and
prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability
status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that
individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits
associated with employment and are provided reasonable
accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job
functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please
email .
Keywords: Uncommon Schools, Camden , Special Education Teacher (Riverside), Education / Teaching , Williamstown, New Jersey
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