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Job Description
Position Title
Special Education Teacher
Required Application Type
Teacher / Admin
Job Description
Posting #26-164
VACANCY NOTICE
DATE:
June 12, 2026
POSITION TITLE:
Special Education Teacher
LOCATION
Mexico Middle School
CERTIFICATION
Valid NYS Certification
START DATE
September 2026
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid NYS Certification:
Special Education, Students With Disabilities (All Grades), or Students with Disabilities Generalist (Grades 5-9)
Strong commitment to children
Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in the development of intervention programs, writing individualized education programs, and monitoring student progress
Experience with a behavioral approach to teaching and learning
Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
Knowledge of New York State Learning Standards and understanding of effective classroom instruction
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Such alternatives to the above as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Full-time, probationary appointment
10-month position
Salary and benefits as per MACSFA contract
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Open Until Filled
Outside applicants and current employees requesting a promotional move, please see our website (https://www.mexicocsd.org/job-opportunities) for application instructions. Please include contact information for 3 professional references with your application. Current eligible employees interested in a lateral move please submit a letter of interest to HR@mexicocsd.org. Please reference posting #26-164 in all correspondence.
The Mexico Central School District is in compliance with federal and state laws governing equal opportunity prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnic background, religion, sex, age, marital status, physical handicap, and any other protected category under federal, state, or local laws. This position is subject to the requirements of seniority for purposes of layoff should a layoff be needed. EOE/AA
Job Category
Teacher
Job Location
Mexico Middle School