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Democracy Prep Public Schools · 1 month ago

Middle School Special Education Teacher

Las Vegas, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Democracy Prep Public Schools is seeking a Middle School Special Education Teacher at their Agassi Campus in Las Vegas, NV. The role focuses on creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment, implementing effective curricula, and fostering strong relationships with students and families.

Responsibilities

Work to ensure that scholars enjoy a classroom culture characterized by high expectations and high support

Create an inclusive classroom and school community by engaging in training, reflection, and dialogue around issues of race, identity, diversity, equity, and inclusion for our staff and scholars

Plan and prepare for effective implementation of a coherent, research-based curriculum

Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curricula and instructional practice

Maintain strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues through effective and frequent communication

Continuously improve your professional practice through weekly coaching sessions, professional development, and collaborative, data-driven reflection with department and grade-level teams

Cultivate the social-emotional well-being of all scholars by building a positive classroom culture that leverages strong partnerships with scholars, their families, and the school's scholar support team

Foster a life of active citizenship for all scholars through the implementation of age-appropriate conversations and activities centered on current events, participation in community service and outreach opportunities, and active celebration of scholars' culture, heritage, and identity

Engage in whole-school events and tasks, including transitions, family conferences, tutoring, and other activities/duties as needed and assigned by school leadership