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Special Education Teacher- (2026-2027 Academic Year) CSAS Jr./Sr. High (Grades 6-11)
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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
Job Description
We need Teachers who will:
Provide engaging lesson plans the conform to the charter's curriculum Collaborate with staff to determine charter's requirement for the instructional goals, objective, and methods Be ready to prepare students for the standardized tests relevant to the content area Have excellent content knowledge and pedagogy Welcome the use of analytics and data to help drive instruction and promote learning Appreciate regular feedback, accountability and the rewards that come with doing a great job serving our students & communities Have great classroom management What we can provide Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, employee assistance program and more! Enrollment in the NYS Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or 403b employer match Tuition Reimbursement Competitive salary (based on pay scale, experience, and education) Professional development opportunities. Coaches and mentors in every building! Regular use and integration of technology in our classrooms and throughout our school, including SMARTboards, IPADs, Chromebooks, internet and apps What you needQualifications:
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred NYS Students with Disabilities or SPED certification required Experience with diverse population of students or in an urban setting a plus Prior teaching experience preferred and novice teachers encouraged to apply! Fingerprint clearance throughNYS Department of Education Competencies:
Growth mindset, flexible and okay with change Intrinsically motivated Compassionate Strong conviction that all students can succeed The ability to take feedback well and immediately implement Comfortable with the use of data and analytics to help drive instruction and promote learning Want to learn more about our district? Be sure to check out the following links to get a closer look at our schools, hear from our parents and see what our state and community leaders are saying about SANY.District Website:
www.sany.org Equal Opportunity Employer Science Academies of New York is committed to maintaining a working and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or those who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.Benefits
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs