Head Teacher supports the mission of the school by delivering a highly individualized educational program in a rich, rigorous, and nurturing environment in which students gain the skills and confidence necessary to learn, grow, and reach their full potential; maintain safety and well-being of the students; provide creative and developmentally appropriate curriculum to teach students with learning disabilities.
Essential Functions
Teach a range of subjects related to homeroom curriculum, including reading, math, writing and social studies
Establish class routines and behavioral expectations
Collaborate with Assistant Teacher, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and subject area specialists to design and implement class curriculum, as well as design and implement individualized educational programs for each child
Write progress reports
Communicate with parents/guardians during conferences, and at other times as necessary, to promote students’ social, emotional and academic progress
Support, coach and mentor and partner with Assistant Teacher
Ensures a commitment to the school’s DEI mission and goals by participating in continuous professional development for learning differences, anti-racism and anti-bias of all kinds, while promoting belonging and equity through their work in the classroom and school community
Develop a joyful and productive learning community where students feel safe to take risks
Prepares and attends parent teacher conferences
Attends and participates in cluster meetings in designated division
Attends faculty and staff meetings; active member of the Gaynor community
Complete annual IEP reports and attend all IEP meeting and Impartial Hearings as required
Stephen Gaynor School offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive professional development program. Applicants are required to submit a resume, cover letter and contact details for at least 2 individuals who can supply reference letters upon appointment.
THE GAYNOR DIFFERENCE: UNLOCKING EACH STUDENT’S POTENTIAL
A pioneer in special education, Stephen Gaynor School is an independent, nonprofit Pre-K, Lower, and Middle School for bright students with learning differences. Founded in 1962, Stephen Gaynor School provides a highly individualized educational program in a rich, rigorous, and nurturing environment in which students gain the skills and confidence necessary to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
Nearly 400 students ages three to 14 attend our school with a range of learning differences, from Attention Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to speech, language, and reading delays such as dyslexia. With more than 50 years of experience in special education and a dedication to continuous improvement, Gaynor has the expertise to help children break down barriers to learning, build self-esteem, and realize academic success.
Our expert staff provides an unparalleled level of personal attention in a nurturing environment allowing students to be academically challenged, yet supported every step of the way.
Children leave Stephen Gaynor School full of smiles and self-confidence, well-prepared for the next step on their educational journey.
Our Diversity Mission: Stephen Gaynor School is dedicated to promoting and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion within our school community. We recognize, value, and celebrate many types of diversity including neurodiversity, ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, ability, religion, sexual orientation, family composition, language, and gender identity/expression.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Stephen Gaynor School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Gaynor is committed to building a culturally diverse and anti-racist workforce. We provide opportunities for employment without discrimination or harassment on the basis of (including hairstyle), color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law (collectively, the “Protected Characteristics”).
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree required
Master’s Degree in Learning Disabilities and/or Special Education preferred
Two to three years’ experience as a Head Teacher working with children with learning disabilities
Experience working with children with learning differences preferred
Experience using an Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction preferred
Independent or special education school teaching experience preferred
Knowledge of the cognitive, linguistic, and developmental needs
Strong communication and organizational skills (both written and verbal)
Sets a respectful, collaborative, and positive tone, and recognizes our responsibility to create a diverse and inclusive environment that supports and celebrates each individual in our school community
Ability to be flexible to adjust with classroom instruction
Effective classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
Will display time management to maximize student learning
Sets a respectful and positive tone in the classroom
Proficient in Google Workspace (Drive, Docs & Sheets) and Microsoft Office
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About Stephen Gaynor School
A pioneer in special education, Stephen Gaynor School is an independent, nonprofit Pre-K, Lower, and Middle School for bright students with learning differences. Founded in 1962, Stephen Gaynor School provides a highly individualized educational program in a rich, rigorous, and nurturing environment in which students gain the skills and confidence necessary to learn, grow, and reach their full potential. Nearly 400 students ages three to 14 attend our school with a range of learning differences, from Attention Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to speech, language, and reading delays such as dyslexia. With more than 50 years of experience in special education and a dedication to continuous improvement, Gaynor has the expertise to help children break down barriers to learning, build self-esteem, and realize academic success. Our expert staff provides an unparalleled level of personal attention in a nurturing environment allowing students to be academically challenged, yet supported every step of the way. Children leave Stephen Gaynor School full of smiles and self-confidence, well-prepared for the next step on their educational journey. Stephen Gaynor School recognizes our resp...onsibility to create a diverse and inclusive environment that supports and celebrates each individual in our school community. Respect. Honesty. Courage. These three distinct words have significant meaning at Stephen Gaynor School. Celebrating diversity in learning styles has been a core value at Gaynor for more than 50 years. Stephen Gaynor School is dedicated to promoting and advocating for diversity and inclusion within our school community. We celebrate many types of diversity including ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, ability, religion, sexual orientation, family configuration, language, gender and adoption status.