SY 26-27 6-8 Associate Director of Student Support Services

Who We Are

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year.Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values:

• Curiosity : Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically
• Care : Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion
• Persistence : Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity
• Passion : Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance
  
  

About The Role

Prospect Schools is seeking an organized, flexible, and mission-driven Associate Director of Student Support Services to join us in support of our growing network of schools. The ideal candidate is fully dedicated to the mission of Prospect Schools and to supporting the success of our students and families. This person will report directly to the Director of Student Supports and be responsible for socio-emotional and responsive academic programming.

Special Services

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the Director of Student Supports in implementing a thorough, equitable, and compliant special services program
• Prepare student IEPs for annual review and develop accountability measures for Teacher Reports
• Analyze academic data to lead a proactive RTI process
• Partner with cross-functional teams to meet the specialized needs of students
• Observe lessons regularly and deliver targeted feedback to teachers/learning specialists on the implementation of IEPs and accommodations
• Collaborate with grade/subject teams to implement co-planning structures for units, lessons and assessments; provide guidance and feedback with the goal of ensuring that all students have equitable access to instruction
• Provide IEP summaries to teachers and support teaching teams to devise and monitor high-impact support plans for students
• Model outstanding instruction for teachers
  
  

Student Culture

• Model strong, mutually respectful relationships with students and families and support teachers to do the same
• In collaboration with Associate Director of Student Supports, support Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavior interventions and evaluate student data to measure progress
• Observe and give feedback on schoolwide systems and classroom culture
  
  

About You

• You have earned a Bachelors Degree.
• You have prior teaching experience.
• You are in the process of earning or have earned a New York Teaching License Certification. (Learn more here )
  
  

Salary

The salary range for this role starts at $97,000, then increases based on years of experience. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. At Prospect Schools we remain committed providing competitive salaries

Our Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week
• 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule
• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA options
• Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues
  
  

EEO and ADA Statement: Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We actively recruit, hire, and retain a diverse and inclusive staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Prospect Schools is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance you may contact us at: careers@prospectschools.org .

The essential functions of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.