Academic Support Special Education Teahcer Grades 6-8

Employment Opportunity at Newark Charter School
Newark Charter School is proud to celebrate our 25-year legacy of Excellence in Academics and Decorum. We are excited to offer the opportunity for exceptional educators to join our team that is
committed to and believes in Newark Charter School's Mission and Vision.

Building: Junior High School

Position and Description: Academic Support Teacher, Grades 6-8

Newark Charter School is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as an Academic Support Special Education Teacher at the middle school level. The successful candidate will provide specialized academic
support to students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) through instruction in executive functioning, study skills, literacy, and transition planning. The candidate will be responsible for developing
instructional goals aligned with Delaware State Standards, individual student needs, and the mission of Newark Charter School of Excellence in Academics and Decorum.  The successful candidate will create and utilize assessments and progress-monitoring tools that demonstrate student growth toward instructional goals and IEP objectives. Candidates will manage a caseload of special education students, provide adaptations, accommodations, and instructional support
that align with their core content areas, utilizing a collaborative approach to promote academic success and independence. Candidate must be committed to building strong relationships with students and
families and demonstrate expertise in working with students with disabilities.

Reports to: Building Principal 

Terms of Employment: 10-month Position

Salary: Commensurate with degree level and experience

Minimum Qualifications: 

Meets certification requirements of the State of Delaware for Middle-Level English/ELA or Secondary English Special Education Certification.

Professional Expectations:

• Execute the mission and vision of Newark Charter School through expectations, beliefs,
  instructional delivery, curricular fidelity, engagement in the school community, and parental
  engagement.
• Act ethically and professionally, and promote a culture of excellence with high expectations for all
  students and community members.
• Dedicate actions to the belief that all students can learn when they are challenged, supported,
  respected, and motivated.
• Employ a variety of evidence-based instructional strategies that are culturally responsive.
• Commit to a collaborative professional community focused on ensuring delivery of the NCS
  academic program and use of high-quality instructional materials, resulting in high levels of
  academic achievement.
• Deliver an instructional program that is multifaceted to accommodate different learning styles,
  different levels of social and intellectual maturity, and different degrees of academic interest and
  achievement.
• Engage in professional learning and commit to continual growth and improvement as an
  educator.
• Prioritize parental engagement in the instructional program and as partners to ensure the
  academic success of all students.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and
  administrative regulation.
• Promote high expectations for behavior standards and enforce the Code of Conduct.
• Contribute to the school community outside of the instructional program.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

   

Standard Requirements: Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employment

Application Procedure: Interested candidates must apply via JoinDESchools. A cover letter and resume are required. Letters of recommendation/references upon request. Incomplete applications will
not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as received until the position is filled.

Newark Charter School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, homeless or foster care status, disability,
genetic information, marital or family status, military status, status as a veteran, or age in its programs or activities. Persons having