URBAN DOVE TEAM CHARTER SCHOOLS·New York
The teacher will co-teach in an inclusive environment while managing student behavior and developing individualized learning plans. They are responsible for maintaining IEPs, overseeing behavior intervention plans, and tracking student progress through data analysis.
UD Team teachers are dynamic, data-driven educators dedicated to a student-paced, competency-based curriculum. Passionate about high student achievement, they embrace challenges with flexibility, leadership, and a deep understanding of the diverse needs of at-risk students. Committed to each student's success, they provide the necessary tools to overcome challenges and excel in their academic journey.
Urban Dove Team Charter School (UD Team) is a distinctive network of sports-based high schools catering to over-aged, under-credited youth. We fuse a robust academic curriculum with sports-based youth development, ensuring our graduates receive a diploma, a stepping stone for higher education, and essential job skills.
Co-teach five 55-minute classes. Collaborate in an Inclusive Co-Teaching (ICT) environment. Apply the SDI framework to support students with special needs. Manage student behavior using restorative practices and school-wide PBIS. Collaborate with various teams, as a case manager, to craft individualized learning plans. Track and discuss student progress, setting goals for continued growth. Develop, implement, and maintain Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) while adhering to special education regulations. Design and oversee Behavior Intervention Plans. Engage in IEP collaboration, grade-level teamwork, and school events. Regularly review student data through an electronic management system. Attend a 3-week summer orientation and professional development series. Fulfill broader school roles, including mentoring and committee involvement.
OUR MISSION: Urban Dove energizes, educates, and empowers young people through our network of UD Team Charter Schools serving over-age/under-credited high school students. UD Team's innovative model uses sports, teams, restorative practices and mentoring to create a culture of high expectations and shared responsibility. By instilling our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Communication, we develop our students into confident young adults ready to reach their full potential.
Urban Dove envisions a world where all children receive the high-quality education and support they need and deserve. Through education, they will acquire the critical skills needed to develop into economically, socially, and emotionally independent adults who are empowered to create a more just and equitable society for future generations.
Urban Dove 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.
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Market context
High school special education roles in New York are often competitive because districts look for state certification, strong classroom management, and experience supporting diverse learners in settings such as transfer schools. This position also emphasizes restorative practices, teamwork, and clear communication, which can help candidates stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show certification, special education experience, and examples of collaborative student support.
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