Middle School Special Education Instructor

2 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States WHIN Music Community Charter School Full time
About WHIN Music Community Charter School:
WHIN Music Community Charter School stands as a pioneering institution dedicated to the principles of El Sistema, fostering an environment where children can learn, grow, and create music collaboratively. Our mission is to establish a community—a nucleo—where educators, families, and students unite to transform public education by prioritizing the needs of learners.

Our Commitment:
We aim to deliver rigorous academic instruction alongside intensive music education within a nurturing learning atmosphere, ensuring that every student flourishes both academically and personally.

Our Core Beliefs:
  • Every child deserves access to a high-quality education that includes academic rigor, music creation, and a holistic approach to character development.
  • Collaboration with families is essential for maximizing student success.
  • Restorative justice, inquiry-based hands-on learning, and authentic experiences create the most effective environments for growth, success, and joy.
We seek educators who:
  • Desire to thrive in a collaborative work setting.
  • Are enthusiastic about engaging in a diverse school and community.
  • Are eager to learn and grow as educators.
Our mission is reflected in our deep commitment to nurturing every aspect of our young learners' potential. We prioritize academics while also focusing on character and personal development. With music at the heart of our approach, students engage in collaborative projects that foster creativity, curiosity, and hard work, extending this philosophy into our classrooms through project-based, hands-on learning.

Responsibilities of the Middle School Special Education Instructor include:
  • Fostering a dynamic, engaging, and inclusive classroom atmosphere where all students are motivated to learn.
  • Adapting instruction to cater to diverse learning needs, enhancing sensory and perceptual motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
  • Designing, modifying, and executing curriculum and assessments tailored for students with disabilities as outlined in their IEPs and/or 504 plans.
  • Implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as necessary.
  • Driving academic success for all students by analyzing data, personalizing instruction, and addressing each learner's unique requirements.
  • Contributing to the Child Study Team's evaluations of student needs.
  • Collaborating with colleagues to implement an effective integrated co-teaching model that serves all students in an inclusive environment.
  • Inspiring students and fellow educators to reach their highest potential.
  • Building and maintaining strong, professional relationships with families.
Qualifications for the Middle School Special Education Instructor position include:

• Valid NYS or equivalent Special Education Teaching Certification.

• Experience in urban elementary education.

• Background in teaching grades 5-8.

• Proven track record of enhancing achievement levels for all students.

• A steadfast belief in the potential of all students to achieve high standards.

• Demonstrated commitment and success in working with students and their families.

• Ability to thrive in a startup environment.

• Capacity to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic educational setting.

• A sense of humor and kindness towards colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:

• Bilingual (Spanish).

• Music performance experience.

• Teaching experience and/or relevant certifications.

• Familiarity with Project-Based Learning and Inquiry-Based Learning methodologies.

• Knowledge of Responsive Classroom, Love & Logic Student Management, and Restorative Justice Models.

Compensation and Benefits:
Salary ranges from $62,000 to $100,000 based on experience. WHIN Music Community Charter School provides a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a supportive and professional work environment, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity: WHIN Music Community Charter School is committed to equal rights and opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, or any other legally protected classification in its activities, educational programs, or employment practices.

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