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2026-2027: Special Education Teacher

Whinmusic, New York, NY, United States


Why WHIN?
WHIN Music Community Charter School is the first school of its kind! Built on the principles of El Sistema, WHIN is a place where children learn, grow, and make music together. At WHIN, we are building a nucleo, a community where staff, families, and students work together to make a powerful shift in public education that puts learners’ needs first.

Our Mission
To provide our diverse student population with rigorous academic instruction, intensive music education, and a positive learning environment so that every student can thrive academically and personally.

We believe…

that all children deserve a high-quality education, with access to academic rigor, music creation, and a holistic approach to developing character.

that a collaboration with families ensures the greatest success for our learners.

that restorative justice, inquiry-based hands on learning, and authentic learning experiences provide the most effective environments for growth, success, and joy.

We are looking for staff who are…

looking to grow and prosper in a collaborative work environment

excited about working in a school and neighborhood where diversity is central

interested in learning about being an educator

In action, our mission looks like caring deeply about all aspects of our young learners’ potential. We make academics a priority while also ensuring students’ character and personal growth. With music at its core, students experience working together to create something bigger than their individual skills every single day, and this approach extends to our classrooms where project-based, hands‑on learning cultivates curious, creative, and hardworking learners.

Responsibilities
Special Education teachers at WHIN are responsible for:

Creating and maintaining a fun, engaging, and inclusive classroom culture where all students love to learn

Differentiating instruction to meet learners’ needs to improve development of sensory and perceptual motor skills, language, cognition, and memory

Developing, modifying, and implementing curriculum and assessments for students with disabilities as determined in a student’s IEP and/or 504 plan

Implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as needed

Driving academic outcomes for all students by analyzing data, differentiating instruction, and supporting each learner’s unique needs

Contributing to the Child Study Team’s assessments of student needs

Collaborating with colleagues to implement an effective integrated co‑teaching model to serve all students in an inclusive classroom

Inspiring students and fellow staff to perform at their highest potential

Developing and maintaining strong and professional relationships with WHIN families

Qualifications

NYS or equivalent Special Education Teaching Certification

Urban elementary teaching experience

Experience teaching in an integrated co‑teaching setting

Demonstrated success raising achievement levels of all students

An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at a high level

Proven commitment and success working with students and families

The ability to thrive in a startup environment

The ability to excel in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and exciting school

A sense of humor and kindness towards your colleagues

Advanced proficiency in one or more of the following areas is strongly preferred

Bilingual (Spanish)

Music performance

Teaching experience and/or certifications

Project Based Learning and Inquiry Based Learning

Responsive Classroom, Love & Logic Student Management, and Restorative Justice models

Compensation and Benefits
WHIN offers a competitive salary, determined through an equity‑focused approach that considers an individual’s skills, education, and relevant experience. Our teacher pay scale is available for viewing here.

EEO Policy
WHIN Music Community Charter School is an equal rights and opportunity agency and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, or any other legally protected classification in its activities, educational programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, IX, and Section 504.

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