Elementary Autism Special Education Teacher (SY 23-24)

The Autism Special Education Classroom Teacher is passionate about assisting in the development of individual and small group instruction to meet the unique needs of Autistic students. The Special Education Autism Classroom Teacher holds primary responsibility for providing academic services and collaborating with related service providers for students who require a specialized self-contained program to thrive academically, behaviorally, and socially.Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Autism Special Education Classroom Teacher will:Demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds, characters & lives of students, both in and out of schoolShow unwavering commitment to urban youth with disabilities achieving greatnessCreate a positive, structured learning environment to ensure that students are continuously progressing towards their IEP goalsDesign and implement curricula and activities that meet the needs of the students in the special education program and to meet individualized academic standardsDesign and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standardsUse assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practicesProvide individualized and consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior to ensure that students observe the individual behavior plans and goals for each studentBe accountable for students' mastery of goals as outlined in their Individualized Education ProgramsShare responsibility for school-wide activitiesExhibit resilience to persevere and turn challenges into opportunitiesFocus constantly on student learning, thinking critically and strategically to respond to students’ academic, emotional, and behavioral needsCommunicate effectively with students, families, and colleaguesEngage families in their children's education through frequent contactCommit to continual professional growth, participating actively in department meetings, faculty meetings, and other meetingsParticipate in an annual three-week staff orientation and trainingMentor and engage the classroom paraprofessional(s) in instructional practice and professional developmentInclude the classroom paraprofessional(s) in daily classroom activities to help students meet academic standardsImplement and enhance the school’s systems and cultureBuild professional relationships and collaborate with the Child Study Team Supervisor, members of the Child Study Team, Principal, Dean of Students, Program Director, Case Manager, and other school staff to maximize the ability of Uncommon Schools to support students’ developmentPerform other related duties as required and assigned