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Special Education Teacher
Position Summary:
The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of top-rated, public K-8 charter schools in Arizona that have been in operation for 20 years. AMS Arkansas is our network’s first out-of-state expansion, and we could not be more excited to serve students and families in the Little Rock community! We deeply believe in the power of high expectations and a rigorous curriculum to develop today’s students into tomorrow’s global visionaries.
AMS Little Rock will have its founding year in 2024-2025. Our Academic team is committed to continuous instructional improvement and implementing proven methods for advancing student learning. Are you a data-driven, culturally aware teacher, who is determined to provide opportunities for ALL students to excel academically? You belong here!
Make a difference in the lives of children who may not otherwise have access to high-quality education and inspire students to have high standards for their own academic and behavioral success! We want teachers who will be impassioned and driven by our mission to make an impact by providing an exceptional education for underserved students. Join our community and help us change the world, one student at a time.
Responsibilities:
Use AMS curriculum standards to teach students above and below grade-level through a differentiated approach
Attending weekly professional development and meetings with grade level team/professional learning communities
Communicating with parents and leading parent-student-teacher meetings to facilitate progress in and outside of the classroom
Coordinating with administrators and other staff members to create an environment focused on meeting students’ academic and behavioral needs
Using measurable data, track student performance and enrich their progress with visible results
Together, with support from our network, contribute to the improvement of practices and procedures that will build upon our success
Use PBIS and preventative intervention strategies to guide student progress in developing social and emotional skills that will help them navigate a path to higher learning
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Demonstration of content knowledge in education and/or the core subject being taught (through college degree, teaching experience, or state teaching certification)
Advanced degree in education (Master’s or Higher) highly preferred
At least 3 years of full-time teaching experience highly preferred
Arkansas State teaching certification highly preferred
Ability to pass a background check
