Middle School Special Education Teacher - Leave Replacement Position

Amani Public Charter School - Mount Vernon, NY

The school is walking distance from the Metro North train station and a short distance from the MTA 241st station.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Special Education Teacher for a leave replacement position. This position requires maintaining continuity of instruction and support for our students with special needs during the regular teacher's absence.

• Assume all teaching responsibilities of the current Special Education Teacher, including:
• Providing direct classroom support during ELA and Math classes daily
• Delivering 45-minute Resource Room instruction daily
• Supporting 8th grade classroom weekly for CT services per IEP requirements
• Maintain and follow existing:
• IEP accommodations and modifications
• Lesson plans and co-teaching arrangements
• Student assessment and progress monitoring systems
• Behavior management strategies
• Continue established communication patterns with:
• Co-teachers and grade-level teams
• Parents and families (weekly communications)
• Special Education Coordinator
• Document all student interactions, parent communications, and progress in established systems
• Ensure consistent implementation of:
• IEP accommodations and modifications
• Testing accommodations
• Progress monitoring and reporting
• Participate in scheduled:
• Team meetings
• Parent conferences
• CSE meetings as needed during the leave period

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's Degree Preferred
• Valid New York State Special Education Teaching Certification
• Experience in urban education settings
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to quickly adapt to established systems and procedures
• Experience with IEP implementation and documentation preferred

Job Type: Temporary Full-time (Leave Replacement)

Benefits for Leave Replacement Position:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (as per leave replacement policy)
• Professional development opportunities

Amani Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.