High School Special Education Science Teacher

High School Special Education Science Teacher

Brooklyn, NY

High School Special Education Science Teacher

(2026 - 2027 School Year)

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School

Brooklyn, New York

Coney Island Prep is seeking a Teacher with a background in Special Education to teach Science at the high school level. We welcome educators with interests in Living Environment, Chemistry, Earth Science, AP Environmental Science, Bioethics, or AP Biology. Experience teaching AP courses and designing college-level experiences to prepare scholars for AP exams is highly valued. The curriculum is research-based and standards-aligned, and emphasizes critical thinking, evidence-based decision making, lab experiments, and making connections between science and students’ lives.

• Internalize standards-aligned curriculum and content
• Manage a caseload of students and prepare for IEP meetings by gathering required reports and documentation from teachers and families
• Develop and track standards-aligned IEP goals for students with IEPs
• Lead and monitor Tier 2 interventions for at-risk students
• Plan and implement Tier 1 interventions and internalize standards-aligned curriculum
• Co-teach, co-plan, and co-lead classroom instruction
• Teach rigorously and ensure culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments; differentiate instruction based on IEP mandates and student needs
• Communicate effectively with scholars and their families and with staff
• Contribute to a culture of school-wide systems, structures, and procedures
• Foster an equitable and accessible learning environment
• Analyze instructional and culture data to improve teaching and strengthen student outcomes
• Create a positive, structured, results-oriented, and engaging learning environment for students of varying abilities
• Participate in school community responsibilities (e.g., lunch duty, dismissal, hallway duties, homeroom, advisory groups, meetings, professional development, and office hours)

• Passion for education and alignment with Coney Island Prep’s mission, values, and commitment to anti-racism
• Belief that all students can achieve at high academic levels
• Experience with Special Education and working with high school students required
• Bachelor’s degree and NYS teaching certification required;
  Master’s degree in Special Education strongly preferred (program offers $2,000 toward Master’s degree and NY State certification within two years)
• Cultural competencies to work in low-income communities and willingness to examine beliefs and biases
• Culturally responsive conflict resolution skills
• Strong organizational, oral and written communication skills; punctuality; accuracy; and ability to meet deadlines
• Self-reflective and open to feedback; growth mindset
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude and collaborative teamwork
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with families, students, and staff
• Commitment to diversity and inclusivity

Coney Island Prep High School is a college preparatory public charter high school in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn. Since its founding in 2013, CIPHS enrolls approximately 350 students in grades 9–12. The school offers a rigorous curriculum with AP courses, College and Career Readiness classes, and various extracurricular opportunities. All CIPHS seniors are supported with college acceptances; eligible students may receive financial support through the PRIDE Promise Scholarship.

Coney Island Prep is committed to building a team reflecting the diverse backgrounds of its scholars. We continuously examine our organizational culture to ensure an inclusive environment where all candidates can demonstrate their qualifications regardless of identity.

• Competitive salary range for lead teachers: $71,250–$97,750, based on experience
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 403(b) with match, and Paid Family Leave
• Mac Book Air and necessary technology provided

This position starts in August 2026.  our Careers Page.

Equal opportunity employer statement:
Coney Island Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship, or disability. We value candidates from all backgrounds and identities.