Elementary Special Education Teacher

Elementary School; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement in New York State Teachers’

Health & Wellness benefits

Life insurance and disability coverage

Tuition assistance

Teacher loan forgiveness opportunity

Job summary

Rochester Academy Charter School is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher for second grade for the 2026-2027 school year. Immediate start with a small caseload and integrated co-teaching classroom. You will collaborate on curriculum planning and responsive lesson planning in an urban school setting.

Ideal candidates have NYS certification and a passion for restorative practices. School hours are 7:10 AM – 3:10 PM with strong mentoring and professional development supports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or relevant content area.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• NY State Teacher Certification in grades 1-6 or K-12 SPED is highly preferred.
• Experience in an urban school setting is preferred but not required.
• Commitment to the belief that all students can succeed and interest in restorative justice.

Responsibilities

• Act as case manager, write IEPs and progress reports, and gather documents for CSE process.
• Regularly communicate with co-teacher and families to support student success.
• Deliver high-quality, data-informed, specialized instruction to students on your caseload.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to adapt or create curriculum for diverse needs.
• Foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment using restorative practices.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives and mentoring programs.

Skills

Urban teaching experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or relevant content area

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

IEP writing tools

Job description

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Rochester Academy Charter School Elementary School - Rochester, New York Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5953016

Application Deadline: Nov 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Rochester Academy Charter School is currently seeking qualified, self-directed, and committed candidates for an immediate Special EducationTeaching positions in second grade for the 2026-2027 school year.

Integrated Co-Teaching Classroom, small caseload

We are looking for team players who are passionate about urban education and ready to collaborate on curriculum planning and responsive lesson planning practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as case manager, and write IEPs, Progress reports and collect relevant documentation for the Committee on Special Education (CSE Process).
• Regularly communicate with co-teacher and families to help all students be successful.
• Deliver high-quality, data-informed,specialized instruction to students on your caseload.
• Work with the classroom teacher to adapt or create curriculum creatively to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment using restorative practices.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives, professional development, and mentoring programs.

RACS Teachers Can Expect

• Small Caseloads: Generally, less than 10 students
• Curriculum Support: Curriculum provided for ELA and Math with room for creative adaptation. School provides tech tools to ease differentiation.
• Balanced Schedule: School hours are 7:10 AM – 3:10 PM.
• Supportive Culture: Access to a dedicated Student Care Staff for classroom management support. Formal mentoring program for new teachers. Supportive administrative team and instructional coaching available.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education or relevant content area (Master’s preferred).
• Certification: New York State Teacher Certification in grades 1-6, or K-12 SPED is highly preferred. (Candidates with out-of-state certification or in the process of certification will be considered). Starting salary for NYS certified teachers is $55,000.
• Experience: Experience in an urban school setting is preferred but not required.
• Mindset: A commitment to the belief that all students can succeed and an interest in restorative justice.

Benefits

RACS offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our staff’s long-term success:

• Retirement: Participation in the New York State Teachers’ Retirement System (TRS).
• Health & Wellness: Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Insurance: Life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided at no cost to the employee.
• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for teachers pursuing degrees relevant to their work.
• Loan Forgiveness: As a Title I school, candidates are eligible for the TEACH Grant and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Salary and Position Type

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,000 to $67,000 Per Year

Job Categories

• Classroom Teacher > Elementary
• Special Education > Consulting Teacher
• Special Education > General Special Education
• Special Education > Learning Disabled
• Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• International candidates must have US work authorization in order to apply.

Contact Information

• Arnes Huseinovic , Human Resources
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]