Beginning with Children
Beginning with Children (BwC) is a Brooklyn based school management organization founded by school reform leaders Joe and Carol Reich over 20 years ago on a deep belief in the power of education. BwC supports two New York City Public Charter Schools and an alumni and college success program that provides education and academic supports for students from Pre-K to college. Our schools, Beginning with Children Charter School 2 and Community Partnership Charter School are located in Bedford Stuyvesant, Clinton Hill and Williamsburgwhere approximately80% of our families qualify for free/reduced lunch. Our hard-working families, face high rates of low-wage employment, and find it increasingly difficult to break the cycle of poverty and continuing injustice which plague these neighborhoods. At BwC we know that academic success and college completion have proven to be the most effective way to promote social and economic mobility. We are committed to creating strong centers of learning that transform the lives of students and families and revitalize communities.
Beginning with Children continues to successfully move K-8 graduates through high school graduation and college enrollment. The success of BwC Scholars is the product of caring, committed and talented educators who work collaboratively with families to meet the needs of our students. As we continue to develop our Professional Learning Community we invite talented and innovative educators to join us in our mission to provide quality instruction to every child in every classroom.
Our Schools
Beginning with Children schools empower scholars to meet high academic standards throughout their education and embrace a set of core values that are essential to success in life. Our graduates will be independent thinkers who are committed to succeeding in college preparatory programs and becoming active and engaged citizens in their communities.
BwCCS2 Mission
BwCCS 2 is a nurturing community that fosters a love of learning and the development of character for students in grades K-5. Our students achieve academic excellence and are prepared to succeed in top performing high schools and colleges. BwCCS 2 students develop and use G.R.I.T. (Good Judgment, Resilience, Integrity, and Teamwork) for personal and community improvement.
CPCS Mission
Community Partnership Charter School, serving grades K-8, is a supportive community that nurtures the talent of the future leaders of tomorrow. Our rigorous academic program teaches students to creatively solve complex problems and explore and develop their own special talents through learning opportunities in and outside of the classroom. Our graduates are well-rounded, engaged students who recognize the importance of perseverance, collaboration and team work.
The Position:
Special Education & ELL Coordinator K-8
The Special Education and ELL Coordinator will serve as the "owner" of all special education-related services, including writing and implementing rigorous, standards-driven IEPs, managing legal documents and files related to students' IEPs and 504 plans, liaising with external service providers, ensuring all services are in compliance with mandates, and coordinating annual IEP reviews. The Special Education Coordinator is passionate about supporting students who are at-risk for academic underperformance due to emotional and/or physical challenges so that they can succeed in the school's rigorous academic program. The Special Education Coordinator holds primary responsibility for providing academic, emotional and physical services for students who require additional support to thrive within the school's core academic program.
Responsibilities:
Manage and coordinate a program of support services for children who have been referred for special services through the Pupil Personnel Team at the school.
Arrange and conduct Student Success Team Meetings for mandated students and/or for students who are at risk of failing.
Seek out the help of specialists such as the school social worker, counselor or specialty personnel provided either internally or by the New York City Department of Education to support the diverse needs of students.
Advise teachers who have children with special needs and act as a resource room teacher as mandated.
Research and engage relevant specialists to conduct workshops or seminars to address the needs of all students.
Work closely with the Committee on Special Education to meet all deadlines including but not limited to Annual Reviews, Initial Referrals and Re-evaluations.
Manage the English Language Learning program including administering and coordinating home language surveys and the NYSESLAT for students who are identified as Limited English Proficiency (LEP).
Qualifications:
At least 5 years’ experience teaching special education students in an urban school environment.
NYS certification in special education.
Clear understanding of standards-based and differentiated instruction, language acquisition, and English Language Learning best practices.
Strong communication skills and ability to work with others.
Experience with the Co-Teaching (ICT and CTT) model
Personal Characteristics:
Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom.
Extraordinarily high expectations for all students
Enthusiasm for academic subjects that inspires student engagement
Commitment to students, self and school's constant learning and development.
Team Player – Collaborate with colleagues to constantly evaluate and improve mastery of instructional practice, school culture and leadership skills.
Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and a "roll-up-my-sleeves" attitude.
Highly organized.
Please forward resume and cover letter to Resumes@bwcf.org.