About Leaders In Our Neighborhood Charter School:

Leaders In Our Neighborhood (LION) Charter School’s mission is to develop the character of each student. We unite students, families, and staff in helping each individual achieve their best academically, and in sports, the arts, and service to the community. We believe that passion for learning, self-discovery, leadership, and social conscience are the foundation for success in college and fulfillment in life. 

We believe that all children, regardless of their neighborhood, race, or income, are gifted with special talents to offer the world, and that school is a place for students to develop the skills and mindsets needed to become their best selves. Furthermore, we assert that human beings are more complex than annual data points, and that the fulfillment of a person’s life correlates not simply to test scores, but even more so to their relationships with others and the content of their character. With our family partnership and character approach model, we focus on helping students develop their character and the skills they need for life through rigorous academics, self-discovery, and family involvement

Teachers at LION Charter School:

• Believe the purpose of education is both academic achievement AND character development
• Provide whatever is necessary to ensure ALL students are successful and are developing strong character
• Use data and assessments to inform and drive instruction
• Involve families in their students’ education and in our character program
• Value feedback and evaluation on teaching practices and set SMART goals
• Support and challenge colleagues and hold each other to his or her best
• Voice their thoughts, opinions and suggestions and embody an entrepreneurial spirit, taking on leadership in a multitude of ways
• Pursue their own self-discovery and growth

Essential Responsibilities::

• Ensure high academic standards are set for and met by all students 
• Collaborate with General Education co-teacher to co-instruct and provide rigorous, standards-based learning for students with individualized education programs (IEPs) and whole class
• Execute rigorous, whole-group and small group instruction based on the individual needs of ALL students 
• Use student performance data derived from teacher-created and standardized assessments to drive instructional decision-making for ALL students

• Design and implement high quality IEPs that effectively describe student strengths and needs with clear learning goals and performance criteria

• Serve as case manager for at least 2 students receiving special education services 

 Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• A Master’s degree in Special Education, Education or relevant content area (preferred)
• New York State Certification in Teaching Students with Disabilities (Birth-2 and/or Grades 1-6) 
• A commitment to equity and antiracism work by reinforcing a culture that supports an anti-biased, anti-racist response to behavior
• Demonstrated success working in an urban school setting
• Strong data tracking and analysis skills
• An ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues, families and students
• A commitment to character development and family partnerships