Special Education Teacher

*New York State Special Education certification required

Renaissance Charter School 2 is a new charter high school in Elmhurst, NY. We are professional,

agile, innovative and our goal is to identify a passionate and experienced ICT Learning Specialist

(Special Education) teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing

school and help shape our curriculum and instructional approach from the ground up.

Renaissance is based on the conviction that a change in the destiny of a single individual can lead

to a change in the destiny of a community, nation, and ultimately humankind. Its mission as a

PK-12 school is to foster educated, responsible, humanistic young leaders who will through their

own personal growth spark a renaissance in New York. Its graduates will be global citizens with an

abiding respect for peace, human rights, the environment, and sustainable development.

We're looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and compassionate educator to join our founding

team of high school teachers. The successful candidate will be responsible for co-teaching

classes, scaffolding content materials for students, and participating in building a meaningful

school community. The ideal candidate for this position has a background in education, has exceptional communication skills, and a passion for helping others.

Responsibilities:

● Develop and implement high-quality scaffolds for content curriculum for high school

students (We do have one role available for elementary school as well)

● Creating IEPS, 504A, other necessary accommodations for all students

● Plan and deliver engaging and rigorous lessons that align with Common Core State

Standards and school-wide goals

● Use data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning for individual students

● Create a positive and inclusive classroom culture that supports student learning and growth

● Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on their progress and performance

● Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and parents to support student success and overall

school culture

● Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and stay

up-to-date on best practices

Requirements:

● Commitment for onboarding and attending PD during last 2 weeks of August 2023

● Bachelor's degree in education, special education, or related field; Master's degree

preferred

● Valid New York State teaching certification in SPED for grades 9-12

● Relevant years of teaching experience, preferably in an urban setting

● Understanding of Common Core State Standards and evidence-based instructional

practices

● Experience using data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning for students

● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate

effectively with colleagues, parents, and students

● Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion and a belief in the potential of all

students