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Job Description
Job Opening Information Special Education Teacher Job Number
27-04
Application Deadline
6/30/2026
Position Start Date
9/1/2026 Position Title
Special Education Teacher
Required Application Type
Teacher / Admin
Salary/Pay Scale
Per CTA Contract
Job Description We are seeking highly qualified (NYS certified) applicants to apply to this vacancy - Student with Disabilities (ALL GRADES) OR Students with Disabilities (Gr 7-12) OR Special Education Permanent.
PLS NOTE
we will consider individuals who are currently in the process of obtaining their NYS certification and will be certified by September 1, 2026.
Teacher expectations overview:
Knowledge of NYS Instructional Standards pertinent to your subject matter and differentiated instructional strategies Excellent student engagement skills with a goal of achieving mastery through a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to each student Effective classroom management skills Excellent parent engagement and relationship building skills Participates with colleagues as a collaborative team player Understands urban schools and communities Supports the district's goals of equity, literacy and graduation concerning all students Ability to inspire students to learn and make learning fun Models a growth mindset Ability to use classroom technology This will be an on-going recruitment process until filled. Job Category
Instructional
Job Location
Cohoes High School