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26-27 High School SPED History Teacher

3 days ago

New York

Job Description:\n\nThe Quad Preparatory School High School Special Education History Teacher Anticipated Opening for the 2026-27 School Year Classification: Exempt Reports to: Upper School Co-Head, Academic Annual Salary Range: $70,000-$89,000 At Quad Prep, we are on a mission — to transform the lives of neurodiverse, twice-exceptional people by redefining the experience of school. Through the collective, collaborative, and empathic work of our teachers and clinicians, we are empowering our students to engage with the exciting and wonderful diversity of this world. As we enter our 14th year, we are excited to welcome fellow innovators and collaborative colleagues to our team to be a part of this inspiring and impactful mission. At Quad Prep, a New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Accredited School, we are eager to create challenging and engaging learning experiences for our students, to seek diverse perspectives, and to work together to continuously refine and redefine best practices in neurodiverse education. The Quad Preparatory School actively seeks to advance diversity through its programs and hiring. Why work at Quad Prep? ACCREDITED SCHOOL: Quad Prep was recognized as an outstanding school when it received accreditation through NYSAIS.COMMUNITY: We are committed to building a joyful and inclusive culture where everybody is celebrated for who they are. COLLEAGUES: Our colleagues are inspiring, consummate innovators and are at their happiest collaborating to create personalized solutions for each student. STUDENTS We guarantee that you will learn something eye-opening every single day from our students — and have a lot of joy and laughter along the way!DEEP PROFESSIONAL LEARNING: Quad Prep supports mission-driven educators and clinicians to grow their professional skills and influence in the neurodiversity educational space. Close collaboration with colleagues, coaching from supportive leaders, and thoughtful, in-depth professional learning programs keep us growing.GENEROUS AND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITSHealth: Medical, Dental, VisionStudent Loan repayment Retirement Plan contributionGroup Life PlanDisability InsuranceGenerous Parental LeaveWORK LIFE BALANCE: In addition to a ten-month school year during which our staff are offered on average 33 days off (approximately 7 weeks) for scheduled holidays and school breaks, we provide generous preparation periods throughout each week, limiting the number of after work hours you will need to work — so that you can live the life you wish for — inside and outside of our school. Additionally, our students are dismissed midday each Friday in order for you to meet with your team and division, as well as plan, and prep.EXTRAS You can build a private practice or tutor onsite during after school hours at low-cost reduced rates, available only to our Quad Prep staff. Who We Are (If Quad Prep is for you, you'll read what's below and feel, "That's me!") At Quad Prep, we are guided by values that we hold dear and we have developed an innovative set of practices to meet our mission. We are: Groundbreaking: We ignite our students’ talents and are passionate about their futures. You are:Passionate about our work and our missionCreative and excited about reaching each and every learner in new waysExcited to help create new, evidence-based best practices in this rapidly evolving fieldAble to set high expectations of both students and yourself and discover ways to meet them Collaborative: We function with an exceedingly deep degree of collaboration. You:Communicate effectively with colleaguesSeek to understand yourself and others in order to welcome new perspectives Are generous of spirit and willing to give and receive feedback and input freelyAre kind, welcoming, and inclusive Trustworthy: We are steadfast and are accountable to our students and each other. You:Can be counted on to do what you say you will doHave a high level of ownership for personal and team resultsCan purposefully develop skills to find success in your work and our learning communityAsk for support when you need itProject an unflappable, firm, and kind presence to our students Constantly Learning and Growing: We value continued growth and learning. You:Seek opportunities to learn and grow in your professional practiceSupport colleagues by sharing best practices and nurturing their learningHelp the organization grow and improve by developing and sharing new ideas and approaches Resourceful: At Quad Prep, we dig deep to meet our mission. You: Are highly effective and dedicated Show initiativeDisplay good judgment and sensibilityExcellent at supporting students inside and outside the classroom Flexible: At Quad Prep, we never give up on each other and are driven by the ethos of “not if, but how.” You are:Open to new ideasNimble in fluid, changing environmentsExcited by growth, change, and innovation WHAT YOU’LL DO The Quad Preparatory School is looking for a full-time high school history teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The teacher will provide academic instruction and social-emotional support to students in high school in collaboration with our clinicians. Our rooms consist of less than ten students, and our teachers also have one-to-one instructional time with their students once a week. Our students have a wide range of learning abilities. Teachers have the opportunity to receive mentorship, coaching, and support from the clinicians as well as academic administrators. A benefit of this position is the amount of professional development one will obtain in working with twice-exceptional youth and in being mentored by veteran special education teachers, academic administrators, and clinicians. Expectations:Plan and implement high-quality, engaging, social studies lessons and laboratories that are differentiated to meet the learning needs of the students. Regularly assess the students and the curriculum, adapting content and instruction as appropriate; communicating assessment results to parents.Subscribe to and implement the school’s philosophy of progressive and personalized education for twice-exceptional children. Collaborate with the psychosocial teachers in planning and implementing an integrated program for executive functioning within the academic curriculum. Map and evaluate curriculum.Collaborate with other members of the social studies department to ensure a vertically aligned K-12 social studies program.Develop and teach electives.Create and maintain an orderly and aesthetic learning environment that accounts for students’ social, emotional, and executive functioning needs. Maintain accurate records using both the learning management system Veracross as well as carefully managed portfolios of student work to illustrate and record progress and achievement.Empower students to take charge of their learning by providing all necessary scaffolding, modeling, materials, and resources, and consistently maintaining a high level of expectation for student success. Collaborate with other academic staff and psychosocial staff members to plan, integrate, and facilitate cross-curricular, inquiry-based projects. Communicate with parents and guardians to provide feedback on pupils’ academic and social-emotional progress through parent-teacher conferences, written reports, phone calls, and emails.Follow the professional code and policies of the school and conduct oneself in a way that promotes the mission of the school. Utilize Google Suite, in particular Google Drive, Docs, and Sheets. Attend all faculty and staff meetings and required special events (e.g., open houses, Curriculum Night, Carnivale). Perform other duties as assigned. Competencies:Love for working with childrenStrong knowledge of and affinity for social studiesDesire and ability to work with students with special needsLesson planning and the ability to provide engaging and differentiated instructionAbility to connect with school-aged childrenEffective oral and written communicationA solid understanding of high school-aged children’s academic, social, and emotional developmentAttention to detailMaintaining confidentiality and privacyEthical conductTime management and the ability to multitaskTeamwork and collaborationPatience and flexibility Required Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in social studies education, special education, history, government, economics, or a related field.Minimum of one year paid experience teaching middle and/or high school students. Preferred Education and Experience: At least three years experience as a full-time high school social studies teacher.Experience teaching AP social studies classes.Master’s degree in social studies education, physics, chemistry, biology, or a related field.Special education training, including training in the areas of gifted education and twice-exceptional youth.Secondary Social Studies and/or Special Education teaching credential.Experience teaching twice-exceptional youth. Work Environment: This job operates in a school setting. The school is located on the fifth and sixth floors of a building with an elevator. This role requires working in various locations around the school and occasional travel to the Lower School campus approximately two blocks away. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. This position is active and involves continuous standing, walking, and climbing stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items under 20 pounds. Typing is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time exempt position in an educational facility that is open eight hours a day. Teachers, psychosocial teachers, and staff clinicians work ten months out of the year according to the academic calendar (late August to late June). Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required, anticipate at least three of these events throughout the year. In general, though, hours are Monday-Friday 8am - 4pm. Compensation and Benefits: Compensation is dependent upon experience and degree obtained. At Quad Prep full-time (or over 30 hours per week) employees will have access to a full range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), pre-tax transit, and dependent care (DC FSA) accounts; a 401K match, and student loan repayment contributions (after one year of employment); and a range of professional development opportunities, including our First Year Support Program for all new facility and staff; our Leadership Development Institute for those wishing to gain supervisory experience; and a full tuition waiver for candidates wishing to participate in our annual Certificate Program in Meeting the Needs of Twice-Exceptional Students. All staff will engage with colleagues in our ongoing staff wellness groups, relax at our social events, and collaborate in meaningful work as a valued member of our voluntary groups, including our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging; our Staff Ambassador Program; and our Peer Mentorship Program. Want to learn more about Quad Prep? Connect with us! *Note that currently, all employees are requested to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. In the event of an outbreak of COVID-19 or any other communicable or infectious disease, or any public-health condition designated by the New York State Commissioner of Health, that in the School's sole discretion requires operational changes, the School reserves the right to establish and modify health and safety protocols, including requiring vaccination and/or vaccine boosters, testing, or other health requirements and requests for proof of compliance. * ADA/AAP/EEO Statement: The Quad Preparatory School is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People and Culture department at . The Quad Preparatory School is based on an inclusive philosophy that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, familial status, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law in its hiring procedures and policies. Want to learn more about Quad Prep? Connect with us! *Note that currently, all employees are requested to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. In the event of an outbreak of COVID-19 or any other communicable or infectious disease, or any public-health condition designated by the New York State Commissioner of Health, that in the School's sole discretion requires operational changes, the School reserves the right to establish and modify health and safety protocols, including requiring vaccination and/or vaccine boosters, testing, or other health requirements and requests for proof of compliance. * ADA/AAP/EEO Statement: The Quad Preparatory School is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People and Culture department at . The Quad Preparatory School is based on an inclusive philosophy that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, familial status, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law in its hiring procedures and policies. Powered by JazzHR fOvERTCEcZ

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