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Head Teacher

4 months ago

New York, New York, United States Stephen Gaynor School Full time

Job Overview :

Head Teacher supports the mission of the school by delivering a highly individualized educational program in a rich, rigorous, and nurturing environment in which students gain the skills and confidence necessary to learn, grow, and reach their full potential; maintain safety and well-being of the students; provide creative and developmentally appropriate curriculum to teach students with learning disabilities.

Essential Functions:

  • Teach a range of subjects related to homeroom curriculum, including reading, math, writing and social studies
  • Establish class routines and behavioral expectations
  • Collaborate with Assistant Teacher, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and subject area specialists to design and implement class curriculum, as well as design and implement individualized educational programs for each child
  • Write progress reports
  • Communicate with parents/guardians during conferences, and at other times as necessary, to promote students' social, emotional and academic progress
  • Support, coach and mentor and partner with Assistant Teacher
  • Ensures a commitment to the school's DEI mission and goals by participating in continuous professional development for learning differences, anti-racism and anti-bias of all kinds, while promoting belonging and equity through their work in the classroom and school community
  • Develop a joyful and productive learning community where students feel safe to take risks
  • Prepares and attends parent teacher conferences
  • Attends and participates in cluster meetings in designated division
  • Attends faculty and staff meetings; active member of the Gaynor community
  • Complete annual IEP reports and attend all IEP meeting and Impartial Hearings as required

    Stephen Gaynor School offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive professional development program. Applicants are required to submit a resume, cover letter and contact details for at least 2 individuals who can supply reference letters upon appointment.

    THE GAYNOR DIFFERENCE: UNLOCKING EACH STUDENT'S POTENTIAL

    A pioneer in special education, Stephen Gaynor School is an independent, nonprofit Pre-K, Lower, and Middle School for bright students with learning differences. Founded in 1962, Stephen Gaynor School provides a highly individualized educational program in a rich, rigorous, and nurturing environment in which students gain the skills and confidence necessary to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.

    Nearly 400 students ages three to 14 attend our school with a range of learning differences, from Attention Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to speech, language, and reading delays such as dyslexia. With more than 50 years of experience in special education and a dedication to continuous improvement, Gaynor has the expertise to help children break down barriers to learning, build self-esteem, and realize academic success.

    Our expert staff provides an unparalleled level of personal attention in a nurturing environment allowing students to be academically challenged, yet supported every step of the way.

    Children leave Stephen Gaynor School full of smiles and self-confidence, well-prepared for the next step on their educational journey.

    Our Diversity Mission: Stephen Gaynor School is dedicated to promoting and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion within our school community. We recognize, value, and celebrate many types of diversity including neurodiversity, ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, ability, religion, sexual orientation, family composition, language, and gender identity/expression.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Stephen Gaynor School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Gaynor is committed to building a culturally diverse and anti-racist workforce. We provide opportunities for employment without discrimination or harassment on the basis of (including hairstyle), color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law (collectively, the "Protected Characteristics").

    Qualifications & Skills:

    • Bachelor's degree required
    • Master's Degree in Learning Disabilities and/or Special Education preferred
    • Two to three years' experience as a Head Teacher working with children with learning disabilities
    • Experience working with children with learning differences preferred
    • Experience using an Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction preferred
    • Independent or special education school teaching experience preferred
    • Knowledge of the cognitive, linguistic, and developmental needs
    • Strong communication and organizational skills (both written and verbal)
    • Sets a respectful, collaborative, and positive tone, and recognizes our responsibility to create a diverse and inclusive environment that supports and celebrates each individual in our school community
    • Ability to be flexible to adjust with classroom instruction
    • Effective classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
    • Will display time management to maximize student learning
    • Sets a respectful and positive tone in the classroom
    • Proficient in Google Workspace (Drive, Docs & Sheets) and Microsoft Office