Special Education Coordinator (Leave Replacement-Immediate) K-5 (25-26 SY)

Challenge Preparatory Charter School

Job Location:

Queens, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Who We Are

Since its founding in 2010 Challenge Preparatory Charter School (Challenge Prep) has provided students and families with a successful academic program in Far Rockaway Queens. We currently serve over 1200 scholars from Kindergarten to 12th grade across 3 sites. Our schools mission is to prepare students from the greater Far Rockaway community to excel academically to demonstrate mastery of the NY State Learning Standardsand to achieve their career aspirations. Challenge cultivates and supports the intellectual aesthetic social emotionaland ethical development of its students and prepares them to be responsible 21st century citizens. To accomplish its mission Challenge offers a rigorous instructional program in a safe supportive technology-infused and data-enriched and social-emotional learning sequence authentic field experiences career counseling and college coursework. It is understood that we are one organization with multiple sites and it is expected that all members of the team collaborate to support all of our scholars.

Understanding the Role

Every member of the Instructional Team at Challenge Preparatory Charter School plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college career and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and their families working tirelessly to ensure that our students have access to opportunities. We are especially committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences of our students because we believe the best work we do is grounded in the realities and experiences of our families and students. As a General Education Teacher you will deliver exceptional instruction and assess scholar growth. You are dedicated to constant learning and proactively provide academic and cultural support to your school and team. This position reports to the principal.

Overall Job Goals and Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership & Program Oversight:
Lead the strategic implementation of special education and MLL programs to ensure all scholars receive appropriate supports and services
Coordinate school-wide systems for IEP co-development implementation and progress monitoring
Oversee compliance with NYSED and NYC DOE policies related to SPED and MLLs including service mandates testing accommodations and timelines.
Monitor scholar data and response to intervention
Supervise and coach special education teachers ENL teachers and related service providers as applicable
Provide professional learning opportunities for special education and ENL teachers directly and via external providers
Collaborate with the Dean and Associate Dean of Scholars to ensure compliance with disciplinary procedures for scholars with disabilities.
Committee on Special Education (CSE) Liaison:
Serve as the primary liaison to the NYC DOEs Committee on Special Education (CSE) and ensure timely and accurate communication regarding student needs
In collaboration with the CSE team schedule and co-lead school-based meetings related to IEP development annual reviews initial evaluations and triennials
Ensure the preparation of required documentation and ensure the schools recommendations are well-reasoned and compliant
Track CSE communications and timelines to ensure legal compliance and service continuity
Multilingual Language Learner (MLL) Program Coordination:
Oversee the identification placement and reclassification processes for MLLs using NYSITELL and NYSESLAT assessments
Ensure the implementation of ENL instructional models in alignment with Part 154 regulations
Support professional development for teachers on culturally and linguistically responsive pedagogy and ELL instructional strategies
Serve as a liaison between the school and families of MLLs

Family & Community Engagement:

Communicate regularly with families of scholars with IEPs and MLLs to ensure understanding of supports services and student progress
Provide translation or interpretation services or coordinate access to such services as needed.
Additional duties assigned by Administration

Who We Seek

Challenge Preparatory Charter School will consider candidates who can demonstrate:
Commitment to and alignment with the CPCS mission vision program goals and curriculum
Effective leadership skills that inspire teamwork and dedication
Strategic problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills with students families staff and community members
Exceptional management and organizational skills
Positive experience in taking the initiative assuming accountability and being productive in attaining measurable goals and mission accomplishments
Ability to plan strategically and effectively as well as adapting to unforeseen situations
Ability to create a positive school culture that is welcoming fun and conducive to learning

Qualifications

Bachelors degree required
Masters degree preferred
NYS certification preferred
Highly motivated to teach students from underserved areas and devoted to closing the achievement gap
Teaching experience in an urban school setting preferred
The ability to create a classroom setting where students of every academic level experience enjoyment engagement and enthusiasm in their learning
Strong teamwork ethic
Ability to use data to drive instruction

Benefits

Challenge Charter Schools staff members receive a competitive salary paid time off matching of retirement contributions up to 3% and more.
Comprehensive benefits package including four health plans to choose from two dental plans and vision insurance
We also offer flexible spending accounts for health dependent care and transit
Flexible and reflective leadership: dedicated to staff development team cohesion and shared responsibility for decision-making development and team-wide priorities
Driven and passionate colleagues who contribute to a professional and collaborative work environment
Opportunities to sit on various committees and participate in initiatives central to key organizational decisions and strategic planning
Professional development: weekly PD year-round trainings and ongoing coaching by professionals
This is a full-time position commencing mid-August through June

$65000 - $95000 a year

The salary offer is based on year(s) of classroom teaching experience educational requirements and NYSED certification.

School Sites

Grades K-1: 1279 Redfern Avenue Far Rockaway NY 11691

Grades 2-5: 710 Hartman Lane Far Rockaway NY 11691

Selection Process

Phase I - Virtual Interview with Elementary School Leader

Phase II - Demo Panel Interview and Interview with the Elementary Leadership Team

Final - Reference Check and Offer letter

Work Year

This full-time position begins as soon as possible and the end date is TBD.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Challenge Charter School is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community particularly in the Far Rockaway area and committed to educating students. We welcome all applicants who share our mission and vision to join us in our relentless work. Challenge Charter School offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Learn more about our mission team and the exciting things happening at Challenge by visiting

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Who We AreSince its founding in 2010 Challenge Preparatory Charter School (Challenge Prep) has provided students and families with a successful academic program in Far Rockaway Queens. We currently serve over 1200 scholars from Kindergarten to 12th grade across 3 sites. Our schools mission is to pre...