Special Education Teacher

Job overview

The Special Education Teacher role is an onsite position based in Rochester, NY. Compensation for this role is between $52,000 and $68,000 per year, with starting pay determined by experience and certifications. This role supports the Special Education team at Uncommon Schools, a network dedicated to closing the college completion gap in economically disadvantaged communities. This role exists to develop and monitor accommodations for students with special needs. The teacher contributes to the school's goals by advocating for students, providing specialized instruction, and ensuring academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.

What you'll do

• Modify and teach an inclusive curriculum
• collaborate on 504 and IEP development
• ensure compliance with IEPs
• gather academic growth data
• teach pull-out, push-in, and small group instruction
• partner with general education teachers and families.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

rochester ny

uncommon schools

special education teacher

education

charter school

onsite

no on-call

no travel

$52k-$68k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, 10 weeks of paid breaks, health/dental/vision insurance, 403(b) with match, paid leave, mental health support.

Why this role

Focus on specialized instruction and IEP compliance in an urban charter school setting.

About the employer

Uncommon Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.