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The Summit Center

Teacher (SAE)

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What they do

A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$71,988 / year median in New York

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Join Our Team and Make a
Difference Every Day Position:
Teacher (SAE)
Pay:
$64,000/yr.
Location:
Amherst NY Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 3:30 pm The Summit Center is Western New York's leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. Summit Academy Enhanced (SAE) provides intense behavior services to individuals that demonstrate challenging behaviors within a school setting. The school integrates a clinical approach for the functional analysis of targeted behaviors as well as safe and effective procedures to properly evaluate treatment interventions prior to classroom implementation. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team. Why Work With Us? Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!) Up to 12 days of paid time off 14-16 paid holidays annually Potential for annual raises and profit sharing Tuition Reimbursement Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year) 401K with up to 4% employer match Life and long-term disability insurance Your Impact as a Teacher (SAE) The Teacher serves as the classroom leader and transdisciplinary team coordinator, responsible for lesson planning and student academic progress. This role involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary team—including psychiatrists, social workers, psychologists, and behavior analysts—to support student well-being. Opportunities for program development and innovation are also available. Review and implement all educational requirements in each student's IEP Establish and monitor individual curricula, data collection and charting systems Implement behavior management procedures developed by the treatment team Supervise and manage activities of Behavior Specialists Provide a safe, age-appropriate educational environment for students Administer appropriate and effective instructional strategies Ensure students are generalizing treatment gains into the classroom Participate in transitioning and discharging students to less restrictive settings Coordinate and collaborate with Support Service Personnel (related) Collaborate and effectively communicate with families and external service providers Demonstrate professional knowledge of children with developmental disabilities
For Secondary Classroom Teachers:
be knowledgeable of and remain up to date of NYSED requirements including Exit Summaries, Transition Portfolios, Training Plans, Transition in the IEP and Transition Assessments. Must know about various types of adult services to prepare students to become as independent as possible post-graduation. Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in Special Education required, Masters degree in Special education preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION NYS
Special Education Professional certificate or applicable Students with Disabilities certificate required. At The Summit Center, you'll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference. to become a #DifferenceMaker! Education Required Bachelors or better in Special Education Preferred Masters or better in Special Education Licenses & Certifications Required EDU-Stud w Dis All Grades EDU-Spec. Ed. Perm Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings