Special Education Head Teacher, General Studies

Job description

SAR Academy, a Modern Orthodox, co-educational day school in Riverdale, NY is looking for a dynamic and talented Special Education teacher to join our Lower School team (Grades 1-5) for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities: - Develop and differentiate curricular materials in collaboration with teaching team - Provide direct academic and organizational support to students within the class and in small groups- Establish and implement individualized learning plans- Monitor and assess student progress toward learning objectives and adapt instruction to address changing needs- Communicate with parents about student progress and goals Qualifications: - Understanding of social, emotional, and cognitive development- Experience employing various methodologies for teaching students with learning differences- Strong ability to connect with children and develop an atmosphere of mutual respect- Problem-solving and collaboration skills- Creative, flexible, and open-minded approach to teaching- Working knowledge of educational technology tools to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction- NYS Certification in Special Education About SAR: SAR Academy is a Modern Orthodox...