Anticipated Secondary Special Education Teacher /Self Contained

Hudson Falls Central School District; Town of Kingsbury (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Falls CSD seeks a compassionate Secondary Special Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction and support to students with disabilities in an inclusive setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with general education teachers, families, and support staff to ensure student success.

Qualifications include NYS certification in Special Education and a Bachelor's degree; a Master's is preferred. Strong classroom management and data-driven instruction are required.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State certification in Special Education.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and New York State special education regulations.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience working with students with diverse learning needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Provide specialized instruction to students with a variety of learning, emotional, behavioral, and physical needs.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to modify curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Conduct assessments and use data to guide instructional decisions.
• Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in IEP meetings, professional development, and faculty meetings.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Maintain compliance with all district, state, and federal special education requirements.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Experience with diverse learning needs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

New York State certification in Special Education

Tools

Assistive technology familiarity

Job description

Hudson Falls CSD is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and student-centeredSecondary Special Education Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will provide individualized instruction and support to students with disabilities while collaborating with general education teachers, families, and support staff to ensure student success in an inclusive learning environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Provide specialized instruction to students with a variety of learning, emotional, behavioral, and physical needs.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to modify curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Conduct assessments and use data to guide instructional decisions.
• Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in IEP meetings, professional development, and faculty meetings.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Maintain compliance with all district, state, and federal special education requirements.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State certification in Special Education
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and New York State special education regulations.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience working with students with diverse learning needs is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing IEPs.
• Familiarity with assistive technology and differentiated instruction.
• Experience working in inclusive classroom settings.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.