Special Education Coordinator
Company: Uncommon Schools
Location: Camden
Posted on: May 5, 2024
Job Description:
Company DescriptionUncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of
high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding
K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have
proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with
more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network
identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 53
-schools serving more than 20,000 students in five cities: Boston,
Camden, New York City, Newark -and Rochester. We are proud that
Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five
times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by
offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional
learning that prepares students for success in college and
beyond.Camden Prep currently manages four schools serving students
in grades K through 10 (growing to grade 12). We believe in strong
authentic relationships between teachers and students, supported by
effective school systems and an engaging instructional model that
enables students to flourish academically and personally. Camden
Prep is consistently the highest performing of all district or
Renaissance schools in Camden, NJ.Job DescriptionUncommon Special
Education Coordinators are passionate, fierce advocates for their
students, who manage all aspects of the school's Special Education
programs. They also provide crucial academic, emotional, and
physical support to students with disabilities and believe they are
capable of high academic achievement.Responsibilities
- You will review intake assessments to ensure that all students
receive the educational services and instructional methods that
they need to succeed aligned with Individualized Education Plans
(IEPs).
- You will coordinate and provide pull-out, push-in, small group,
and one-on-one instruction.
- You will schedule, coordinate, and facilitate the Special
Education team, IEP, and pre-referral meetings.
- You will manage all aspects associated with the evaluation
process, including conducting classroom observations and
testing.
- You will partner with general education teachers and advocate
for all classroom accommodations required by 504 plans and
IEPs.
- You will work closely with families in all grades of the school
to address their needs throughout the IEP process and support their
student's academic and social-emotional growth.
- You will maintain student records regarding special education
issues and prepare reports for regulatory agencies while also
ensuring compliance with all City, State, and Federal special
education laws and regulations.
- You will use standards-based assessment data to refine and
differentiate curriculum and instruction. - - -2. - - - - - -
Special Education-Specific Responsibilities:
- You'll collaborate with general education teachers, school
leaders, and families to analyze and respond to trends in student
work samples and assessments and ensure compliance with IEPs.
- You will gather academic growth data and write goals to prepare
for annual IEP meetings.
- You will teach pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one
instruction.d implement strategies to differentiate instruction for
all learners in your classroom.3. - - - - -School Culture
- You'll build positive relationships with students to ensure
they feel seen, loved, and heard.
- You'll partner with students' families to ensure appropriate
resources are available to support their child's learning
needs.
- You'll engage in practice-based professional development,
mentorship, and coaching sessions.
- You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate
community, model our core values, and encourage student
achievement.
- You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic
goals and practice instructional strategies.Qualifications
- A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and investment
in our vision for being an anti-racist organization
- A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social
emotional and academic development
- An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external
partners in the best interest of students
- A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to
improve outcomes and achieve objectivesRequired Experience:
- A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban
schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
- Academic expertise in Special Education, the Humanities, Social
Sciences, STEM, or related fields of study.
- Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's
degree from an accredited college or university. Teacher
certification is not a prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon
Schools in the state of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state
certification eligibility requirements (a final undergraduate or
graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or
2.75 if you graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are
required to become certified in the state of New Jersey within a
reasonable period after beginning employment.Additional
InformationOur people are what makes us Uncommon. - -We believe our
compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our
values-equity, transparency, and clarity-to enhance our ability to
attract and retain talent and reward their expertise. -Our staff
receive best-in-class training, coaching, and support to develop
and operate mission-driven schools that provide a high-quality
education to our students and families.Compensation for this
position: -The starting compensation for this role is between
$55,000 to $71,000. - The starting pay will depend on various
factors including but not limited to relevant professional
experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon
Schools. - To receive an offer at the top of the range, candidates
will need significant experience beyond the job description -
requirements. - Because we value staff tenure in a role, we do not
currently cap salary ranges for current staff members. -Other
Benefits:
- Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks
(spring, winter, and summer)
- Extensive, best-in-class training and development - -
- Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans
- Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts
- Financial planning & wellness
- New Jersey Pension program
- 529 college savings program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance
- Financial - planning tools and assistance
- Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare
discounts
- Paid leave of absence -
- Fully paid parental leave
- Fully paid medical leave
- Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
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- Mental health and counseling support + wellness
benefitsUncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse,
equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and
staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team
that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our
students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by
creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and
identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity
employer, Uncommon 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. We also ensure that individuals with
disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with
employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the
interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would
like to request an accommodation, please email
recruitment@uncommonschools.org.
Keywords: Uncommon Schools, Camden , Special Education Coordinator, Education / Teaching , Camden, New Jersey
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