A teacher wanted to co-lead classrooms and co-facilitate learning in all subjects in grades 6, 7, and 8. We seek someone eager to collaborate with their colleagues to support students of all abilities, especially those with disabilities, in a non-selective school. This person should have a strong command of a content area, with particular strengths in adapting instructional practices and materials for various student needs. Ideal candidates are compassionate and caring educators who value the power of relationships in their teaching practice in a unique setting.WHO WE AREThe Bryan Allen Stevenson School of Excellence (BASSE) is a free public charter school that will grow to serve grades 6 through 12 in Sussex County, Delaware. Opening in the fall of 2024 with grades 6, 7, and 8, BASSE aims to provide a personalized academic experience focusing on service-learning and leadership opportunities for our students and staff. Inspired by our school’s namesake, Bryan Stevenson, a prolific social justice activist and lawyer from Milton, Delaware, the BASSE community has dedicated its mission to proximity. We will create pathways for our students, families, and communities by getting close to those facing challenges and partnering with them to create solutions.These five core values are at the root of everything we do to serve our school community:EXCELLENCE—We want to foster a culture of excellence by ensuring rigorous and high-quality instruction for all students through a supportive and challenging learning environment created by compassionate and committed educators.EQUITY—We want to foster a culture of equity by increasing our students’ access to local resources and global opportunities in an environment where students feel connected to one another and valued for who they are as individuals.COMMUNITY—We want to embrace our community by building bridges between our students, their families, and the community at large through providing access to wraparound services and resources to our families and contributing to our community through our students’ service projects.VOICE—We want to elevate the voice of our students by providing them with a platform to address the current state of our community and the opportunity to plant the seeds for its future.HOPE—We want to inspire hope by facilitating spaces where students see the exponential potential of our community and explore how they can contribute to its health while meeting their full potential.Learn more about BASSE and our school model by visiting our website .WHO YOU AREBASSE is seeking a special education teacher to join our inaugural faculty to help us prepare the next generation of learners to be the next generation of leaders. BASSE is the right fit for your career in education if:You are a lifelong learner with a passion for awakening the passion in others.You deeply understand supporting students with disabilities across content areas.You are seeking opportunities to make your mark in an innovative educational environment.You want to collaborate with your colleagues to create an inclusive community of learners.You believe in the potential of all students, work to build connections with them, and recognize your responsibility to meet them where they are and guide them to where they want to go.ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the Head of School and Special Education Coordinator, the Special Education Teacher will:Collaborate with general education teachers, parents/guardians, and other specialists to develop comprehensive and individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities.Collaborate with general education teachers to co-plan and co-teach lessons, incorporating differentiated instruction, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, and assistive technology tools to support diverse learners.Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and their families to support the development and implementation of personalized learning plans for all students.Modify and adapt IB curriculum materials and instructional strategies to meet the unique learning needs and goals outlined in each student's IEP.Monitor student progress, adjust instructional strategies as needed, and document student achievements and challenges in alignment with IEP objectives.Provide direct instruction and support to students with disabilities in inclusive classroom settings, ensuring access to the IB curriculum and participation in service learning experiences.Facilitate small group instruction and intervention sessions to address specific learning needs and remediate skill deficits for students with disabilities.Use data-driven assessments and progress monitoring tools to identify areas of strength and areas for growth and tailor instructional activities to individual student needs.Implement evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions to support students in achieving academic, social, and behavioral goals.Collaborate with other teachers and community partners to design service learning projects that promote civic responsibility, social justice, and global citizenship within the context of the IB framework.Provide support and accommodations as needed to ensure that students with disabilities can actively participate in service learning activities and contribute to the community in meaningful ways.Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills related to special education, differentiated instruction, personalized learning, and service-learning pedagogies.Serve as a resource and mentor for colleagues seeking guidance on inclusive teaching practices, strategies, and accommodations for students with disabilities.Collaborate with and communicate regularly with parents/guardians to develop partnerships that support student learning and well-being, including participation in IEP meetings, goal-setting conferences, and workshops on special education topics.Maintain accurate and confidential records of student assessments, progress reports, and IEP documentation in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and student support planning sessions to develop comprehensive plans for addressing the academic, social, and emotional needs of students with disabilities.Contribute to the development and implementation of school-wide initiatives, policies, and practices that promote inclusive education, personalized learning, and service learning within the context of the IB curriculum.Other duties as assignedThis is an approximately 40-hours per week, 10-month role. A criminal background check and TB test is required.Required and Desired AttributesTeaching experience in the middle grades. We seek a range of experience levels (anywhere from novice to expert teachers) to comprise our inaugural faculty.Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from a regionally accredited college or university.A Delaware teaching license and certification in special education, or the ability to apply for them; find more information .Teachers of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We seek a diverse staff to reflect our diverse population of learners.Experience with the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum (MYP, DP, and CP) or an interest in learning about IB.Compensation and BenefitsComparable salary with other local districts and charter schoolsState of Delaware employee benefits (subsidized health insurance, dental, vision, etc.)A collaborative work environment with a unique work schedule.Teacher-Leadership and high-quality professional development opportunitiesBASSE is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, marital status, genetic information, or veteran’s status in employment or its programs and activities.
