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Special Education Secondary ELA Teacher - Probationary
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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
Job Opening Information Special Education Secondary ELA Teacher
- Probationary Application Deadline
9/25/2026
Position Start Date
9/8/2026 Position Title
Special Education Secondary ELA Teacher - Probationary
Required Application Type
Teacher / Admin
Salary/Pay Scale
$66,779 - 160,165
Job Description School District of New Rochelle Embracing Diversity:
Driving Success The City School District of New Rochelle is seeking a candidate with New York State Certification as a Special Education Secondary English Teacher (Gr. K
- 12 or Gr. 7
- 12) for a Middle School.
Appropriate Dual Certification K-12 or 7-12 NYS certifications for Students with Disabilities and 7-12 English Language Arts required at time of application.
Responsibilities include:
Demonstrates a commitment to support all learners
Develops and actualizes a learning environment consistent with school district vision, goals and objectives.
Student-centered educator committed to developing a differentiated and personalized learning plan for classified students based on strengths and readiness levels.
Demonstrates an understanding of how to accurately administer educational evaluations and analyze results to inform recommendations and goals.
Assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students that are informed by data and observations that are specific to the student.
Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's including academic goals and behavior management plans.
Ability to develop and actualize modifications and accommodations for students with disabilities in a general education classroom based on student readiness levels.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to engage in various instructional models including coteaching, parallel teaching and pulling small groups.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth; actively seeks professional learning opportunities. Encourages parental involvement in students' education and maintains effective communication with students and parents.
Exhibits an inclusive philosophy where all students are capable of succeeding regardless of differences and challenges.
Exudes a joy of learning and an ability to work with students of all skill and ability levels.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops clear, engaging, and relevant lesson plans that appropriately challenge students and demonstrate current educational pedagogy.
Experience with social and emotional learning and building a positive classroom culture that focuses on the development of the whole child.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and inquiry based learning experiences.
Committed to student-centered and student-driven learning experiences with opportunities for student voice and choice.
Attend and participate in the Special Education Department, CSE, and team meetings; and complete required Professional Learning.
Job Qualifications NYS Certification is required at time of application
EOE:
Minority and Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply Please do not send resumes to
Human Resources:
They will not be accepted. Job Category
Teacher
Job Location
Isaac E. Young Middle School