Special Education Teacher (HS-Math/Science)
Compensation Range: $65-85,000/year
Direct Hire
Location: New York, NY; Onsite – School Setting

Position Summary
We are seeking a talented, enthusiastic, and creative special educator with a focus on Math and Sciences for a full-time position starting in August 2026 to work with our Charter School partners. Ideal teachers are charged with inspiring students in an inclusive and nurturing learning community to achieve personal and academic excellence. This district expands the definition of diversity to include ability, and thus candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach a range of learners and to scaffold lessons with note-taking guides, visual aids, and other supports to promote the success of a range of learners. It is expected that teachers engage students’ curiosity through interdisciplinary activities, discussion, and project-based learning.
The successful candidate will partner thoughtfully with colleagues and parents; demonstrate the ability to inspire students at all levels to strive for both personal and academic excellence; and possess a commitment to inclusive education.
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Responsibilities

Apply expertise in student development and the pedagogy of education for typically developing students as well as those with special needs
Collaborate with the general education teacher to co-plan and implement tiered lesson plans, ensuring that curriculum is accessible to all learners through a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework.
Adapt and implement tiered lesson plans incorporating differentiated instructional methods and outcomes to engage and inspire students with varied abilities and learning styles
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students
Establish and enforce expectations for behavior and for maintaining harmony within the community
Partners with other educators, therapists, and additional professionals on the implementation of support strategies
Research and integrate contemporary and innovative curricula, texts, and technology into instruction
Contribute to CSE meetings and yearly goal reviews
Communicate regularly, via verbal and written communication, with all constituencies, including students, faculty, administration, and families
Attend and participate in weekly faculty meetings, team meetings, committee meetings, school functions, and professional development activities during and after school hours as needed, appropriate, and assigned
Meet deadlines for progress reports and other administrative tasks within a school setting
Contribute broadly and fully to the spirit and life of our students, community, and mission
Uphold the mission, philosophy, principles, policies, and procedures of school

Schedule / Shift:

Shift details: School Day Schedule
Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week
Contract length: School Year

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education
Lead classroom teaching experience
NY Special Education certification and experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree
Independent school experience preferred
2-3 years of relevant, hands-on teaching experience preferred
Previous experience in an inclusive setting
Familiarity with Universal Design for Learning

Essential Qualities:

Appreciation for the school’s mission
A strong understanding of differentiation
The ability to collaborate as a part of a team
A desire to make a difference in the school--to contribute time and talent outside of the classroom to the growth of students and the school

Benefits:

Temporary (Hourly) Roles
Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us
RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.
RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation
RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.

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