Job Description

Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment  to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools—growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org.

This position will serve as a school resource for staff and parents with regards to special education services and regulations. The Reading Intervention Teacher will work closely with the Student Support Team (SST) to assist in observing, documenting, and referring students with suspected special education impairments. The candidate should be able to monitor students; continuous progress through data collection and observation and provide information/support and training to teachers and parents around their child's needs. The Reading Intervention Teacher should have a good understanding of state and federal regulations and local policies regarding children with special needs. The Reading Intervention Teacher should be flexible, self-motivated, and a team player.

Like all DREAM employees, the Reading Intervention Teachershould demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and values of DREAM and should have substantial expertise in all areas of responsibility. Candidates must also value DREAM’s comprehensive approach to education and desire to make a lasting impact in underserved communities as part of a growing organization.   

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of researched-based reading intervention strategies rooted in the science of reading to promote student reading growth, such as Phonics for Reading, REWARDS, etc.;
• Teach small group instructional lessons and progress monitor a caseload of about 25-35 students to determine strengths and needs, analyze data, and provide and plan interventions with fidelity;
• Maintain continued communication with content area teachers and ensure knowledge of grade-level standards and concepts through weekly participation in grade team meetings;
• Model responses and provide visual anchors/agendas/materials and lead students through guided and independent practice while regularly checking for understanding;
• Serve as a resource for families, teachers, and staff to ensure the understanding of the individuals needs and diagnoses;
• Demonstrate understanding within the field of Special Education by integrating a student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) into the designated reading intervention program by planning and monitoring student IEP reading goals, sharing student data both verbally and in writing during IEP meetings;
• Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment with a high joy factor so that students are excited about and invested in their academic excellence;
• Be an active member of the School Support team and Response-to-Intervention team and assist in developing strategies to support students in need;
• Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines that are aligned with the school’s overall vision;
• Engage parents and families in their children’s academic success through regular communication of success and challenges; communicate regularly with parents about student progress and IEPs;
• Additional duties related to the running of the school as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Masters Degree in Special Education, preferred;
• 3 or more years of teaching experience in a special education setting with a record of high student achievement, required;
• Appropriate New York State certification in Special Education, preferred;
• A desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families and community;
• A commitment to working with diverse populations of families and students, including those at risk of educational failure;
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred;
• A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community.

Benefits and Paid Time Off

• We offer comprehensive benefits including:
• Flexible Medical Health Plans, subsidizing the majority of costs for the employee, their spouse/domestic partner and children;
• The ability to select between a variety of medical plans according to what best suits the employee’s needs;
• Dental and vision plans;
• Disability benefits;
• Life insurance;
• Up to 12 weeks fully paid of Parental Leave; 
• Flexible spending account options;
• Pre-tax commuter benefits (parking and transit);
• Fitness and entertainment discounts;
• A variety of support through our employee assistance program (EAP);
• A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment;
• Tuition reimbursement support;
• Referral bonuses;
• School-based 10-month employees have approximately 40 days off throughout the school year, including holidays, school breaks, personal days and wellness days, in addition to summer break;
• Benefits are subject to change.

Compensation

• The salary range for incoming teachers is $75,000 to $100,000. New teacher salaries are determined based on the number of years of experience as a teacher.
• Additional compensation is added for incoming teachers with Master's degrees and NYS Special Education certifications.
• Teachers are eligible for annual salary increases based on tenure and performance; salaries for teachers who continue on at DREAM can exceed the incoming teacher band above.
• DREAM is committed to upholding highly competitive salaries and ensuring teacher pay is within the highest quartile of NYC Charter Schools.

At DREAM, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a matter of mission. 

From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation matters—it enriches our team culture, enhances our ability to innovate, and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom. DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body, while working to ensure that our practices are equitable, welcoming, and productive. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth, especially youth of color, have permission to dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.

All Kids Can. This Kid Can.

DREAM is Family.

Fun is a Serious Value.

Teamwork Makes the DREAM Work.

Fail. Persist. Exceed.

DREAM Big.

Applying to DREAM

We know applying for a new job can be a daunting process. In addition, studies have shown that historically underrepresented individuals often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all applications! You may be just the person we need. If you have any questions about your application or interview process, do not hesitate to ask your recruiter; we are here to help!

DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter.

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