Elementary School SPED Teacher

Buffalo/Rochester Academy of Science Charter School; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo/Rochester Academy of Science Charter School is seeking a Certified SPED Teacher to provide specialized instruction and develop IEPs for students with diverse needs. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, monitor progress, and differentiate instruction to promote academic, social, and emotional growth.

The role involves planning, implementing, and documenting IEPs, using assistive technology, and maintaining a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Ability to monitor student progress and adjust goals accordingly.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families to support student success.

Responsibilities

• Developed, implemented, and monitored IEPs in line with regulations.
• Plan and deliver differentiated instruction for diverse needs.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and data collection toward IEP goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and related services.
• Modify curriculum and assessments for accessibility.
• Implement behavior management and positive interventions.
• Maintain documentation and progress reports.
• Facilitate IEP meetings and communicate with families.
• Utilize assistive tech to enhance learning outcomes.
• Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

IEPs

Special Education Compliance

Differentiated Instruction

Behavior Intervention

Progress Monitoring

Family Communication

Assistive Technology

Crisis Prevention

SEL

Job description

Buffalo/Rochester Academy of Science Charter School

Certified - Teaching - Special Education Teacher {SPED}

Job Number 3300056430

Start Date

Open Date 07/22/2026

Closing Date

Special Education (SPED) Teacher

Job Summary

Provided specialized instruction and individualized support to students with diverse learning, behavioral, and developmental needs. Developed and implemented individualized education programs (IEPs), collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, and created an inclusive learning environment that promoted academic, social, and emotional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Developed, implemented, and monitored Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Planned and delivered differentiated instruction tailored to students' academic, behavioral, and functional needs.
• Conducted ongoing assessments, collected data, and monitored student progress toward IEP goals.
• Collaborated with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Modified curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments to ensure accessibility and meaningful participation.
• Implemented evidence-based behavior management strategies and positive behavioral interventions.
• Maintained accurate documentation, progress reports, and special education records.
• Facilitated IEP meetings and communicated student progress with parents and guardians.
• Utilized assistive technology and adaptive instructional strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
• Fostered a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encouraged independence, self-advocacy, and social-emotional development.
• Participated in professional development, multidisciplinary meetings, and school-wide initiatives to improve student achievement.

Core Skills

• Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Special Education Compliance
• Differentiated Instruction
• Behavior Intervention & Classroom Management
• Progress Monitoring & Data Collection
• Parent & Family Communication
• Assistive Technology
• Crisis Prevention & De-escalation
• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Instructional Planning & Assessment

Job Attachment

Itinerant Location 545 Humboldt, Rochester NY