High School Special Education Teacher

Teaching at Brooklyn Lab is unlike teaching in a traditional environment. Our teachers know the individual strengths and areas for growth of each of their scholars. By design, our schools are small communities where every scholar is seen, known, and heard.

Our faculty understands the value of collaboration.  They share best practices across teams and content, engage in weekly professional development, receive individualized feedback from passionate coaches, and work collaboratively to provide their scholars with a high-quality education.  

We invite you to be part of a transformation in education and to inspire a diverse group of scholars with a lifelong love of learning. We are an unapologetically college preparation program, and we know that exceptional results require exceptional preparation. We have an extended school year and school day, from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, to ensure our scholars grow at exceptional levels.

At Brooklyn Lab, special education teachers play a critical role in ensuring that every scholar is known, challenged, and supported to reach their fullest potential. We believe deeply in inclusion for all and in the power of rigorous, joyful instruction to open doors to college and beyond. To help bring this vision to life, we are seeking an exemplary special education teacher who is passionate about delivering high-quality, standards-aligned instruction, committed to meeting the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of students, and excited to collaborate closely with families, colleagues, and support teams to drive meaningful outcomes for scholars.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide instruction utilizing rigorous lessons aligned with the Common Core
• Commit to internalizing the provided curriculum to prepare every student for high school graduation and success in a four-year college or university
• Facilitate student learning and differentiation, and embody our ‘inclusion for all’ model by utilizing differentiation and small group instruction to get results 
• Prepare all materials for holding IEP meetings by ensuring consistent communication with the CSE and family, accurate documentation, and regular monitoring of goals 
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to inform and improve instruction
• Lead and own the results of advisories that target the social-emotional needs of our scholars

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in the subject area to be taught (Master’s Degree preferred)
• Certification to teach in New York State or a willingness to become certified
• A proven record of academic achievement, as a student and an educator
• At least two years of experience working with students
• Experience teaching in urban and/or low-income areas preferred
• Commitment to LAB’s mission and vision for excellence
• A growth mindset and the ability to work as part of a team
• Comfort with accountability and the ability to absorb feedback for the development of your craft and the scholars in your care

Whenever possible, LAB seeks to hire teachers certified in special education and/or teaching English to speakers of other languages, in addition to their subject area, to provide extra support to students with special needs and/or limited English proficiency.

COMPENSATION

Salary range: $67,789 - $104,578, commensurate with experience, education, and certification.

In addition to competitive salaries, LAB benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive , dental, and vision plans
• Short & long-term disability
• Life insurance 
• Premium gym membership discount to LIFETIME GYM nationwide
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Annual professional development allowance

BECOME BROOKLYN LAB!

Brooklyn LAB is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and is committed to equal access for those with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY

To prioritize our school community's well-being, health, and safety, Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School will require all staff members to have completed their full COVID-19. In compliance with federal and state laws, we will be offering exemptions to employees who, for medical or strongly held religious reasons, cannot be vaccinated.

Please note that due to our selection criteria, we will only notify candidates who meet our selection criteria.