Lead Teacher - High-Risk Youth / Special Needs (K-12)
Job Description
Job Description
We're seeking Lead Special Needs Teacher to join the team for the 2026–2027 academic year! In this role, you'll support and guide high-risk and special needs students through academic instruction, social-emotional development, and enrichment activities in a low student-to-teacher ratio setting. High level of support for all staff. Apply Today!
Responsibilities:
- Deliver academic instruction and mentor students in a supportive, flexible learning environment
- Develop daily schedules and lesson plans tailored to individual student needs
- Incorporate social-emotional learning, art, physical education, and independent study into the curriculum
- Support students with IEPs and/or behavioral challenges using empathy, structure, and creativity
- Collaborate with staff to promote student engagement and progress
- Maintain accurate records and communication related to student performance and development
Requirements:
- NYS Teaching Certification (or in progress), Non-NYS certifications
- Experience working with high-risk and/or special needs students in K–12 settings
- Ability to create and guide individualized lesson plans
- Strong knowledge of core academic subjects and adaptive learning modalities
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Creative, patient, and relationship-driven approach to teaching
- Ability to work independently and think on your feet in dynamic situations
We Offer:
- Competitive compensation structure! $61,500 salary
- Part-time and Full-time schedules available!
- School Hours | Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Paid days off - Paid Holidays & Snow Days
- Enjoy Summer Off! Program runs September 2026 – June 2027
- Operates out of the Adeline Wright Graham Boys & Girls Club in Schenectady, NY
- Small group ratios (3:2 or 1:1 student-teacher support)
- Ideal for retired teachers, grad students, or professionals seeking family-friendly hours!
Apply today!
Company DescriptionTrue North K12 Learning is a student support program that exists for any student K-12 needing instruction while on leave from school. Our mission is to provide a learning program that is compassionate, comprehensive and uncomplicated.
True North teachers are highly qualified, passionate and enthusiastic about helping students manage academics so that students may concentrate on healing and growing. The student to teacher ratio is a maximum of 3:1.
True North offers a comprehensive NYS curriculum via Imagine Learning/Edgenuity and MiaPlaza asynchronous coursework along with the aid of highly qualified mentors. All students will have the opportunity to learn at their own pace.
Visit our website at: truenorthk12.com
Company Description
True North K12 Learning is a student support program that exists for any student K-12 needing instruction while on leave from school. Our mission is to provide a learning program that is compassionate, comprehensive and uncomplicated. \r\n\r\nTrue North teachers are highly qualified, passionate and enthusiastic about helping students manage academics so that students may concentrate on healing and growing. The student to teacher ratio is a maximum of 3:1. \r\n\r\nTrue North offers a comprehensive NYS curriculum via Imagine Learning/Edgenuity and MiaPlaza asynchronous coursework along with the aid of highly qualified mentors. All students will have the opportunity to learn at their own pace.\r\n\r\nVisit our website at: truenorthk12.com