Special Education Lead Teacher - Elementary, Middle, and High School; Pipeline

Special Education Lead Teacher - Elementary, Middle, and High School

KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond. Located in Albany and Troy, NY, KIPP Capital Region serves 2,500+ students in grades K-12 across seven schools. We support every student and educator to see their gifts and build the skills and confidence they need to thrive.

We are committed to anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts.

Position Overview

Grade(s): Elementary, Middle, and High School

The Special Education Teacher role holds primary responsibility for developing, monitoring accommodations, and implementing the curriculum, school culture, and the success of the school’s students with special needs.

• Plan and deliver instruction while maintaining and improving instructional techniques and classroom management, including assessments, grading, and other classroom responsibilities.
• Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and assess students’ progress.
• Use data to inform instructional decisions.
• Offer academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.
• Collaborate with families and Special Education teams to develop 504 Plans and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that offer appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• Demonstrate strong pedagogy.

• Work collaboratively with your school team and across KIPP Capital Region.
• Help develop a school-wide culture that best fits the needs of students, teachers, and families.
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staff.
• Develop positive rapport with students.
• Create and foster a positive and calm learning environment.
• Uphold the school’s values, student management policies, and culture.

• Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents and share progress.
• Be available for open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and other events involving parents.
• Be available to students, parents, and other staff members.

• Pursue challenging professional goals each year.
• Be open to feedback from colleagues to foster a professional working environment conducive to improvement.
• Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, required.
• Valid NYS Certification in Special Education, required.
• Knowledge of national, state, and local special education statutes and the law.
• Academic expertise in Special Education, Humanities, Social Sciences, STEM, or related fields.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a school educator, preferably in a charter or public school environment, preferred.
• Prior experience in urban schools is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.
• Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.

Salary range: $56,000 – $76,669 with a $5,000 SPED Sign-On Bonus. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale based on experience and longevity within the KIPP network.

Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage; aggressive employer 403(b) contribution match; childcare benefits; work/life balance; casual dress code; relocation stipend (conditions apply).

All staff at KIPP Capital Region are committed to anti-racism and inclusion and are encouraged to show up authentically to inspire our students. Learn more about working at KIPP Capital Region: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Work location:

Albany, NY