Empowering Middle School Special Education Teacher

Schenectady City School District; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Schenectady City School District seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction and meet diverse student needs under IEP goals. Reporting to the Building Principal and Special Education Division, you will adapt strategies to support equitable outcomes.

Ideal candidates are skilled in collaboration, patience, and evidence-based practices, fostering inclusive environments for all learners while working with paraprofessionals and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in special education or a related field.
• New York State teaching license in required content area.
• Commitment to equity and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Provides research-based specialized instruction aligned with each student’s IEP.
• Assesses student progress and adjusts instruction as needed.
• Employs varied teaching methods to meet IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual IEPs for students.
• Creates a positive, individualized learning environment.
• Supervises and evaluates educational paraprofessionals as directed.
• Maintains classroom structure and district policies for student conduct.
• Collaborates with educators and community service providers.

Skills

Clear communication

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Patience

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education

Job description

Schenectady City School District seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction and meet diverse student needs under IEP goals. Reporting to the Building Principal and Special Education Division, you will adapt strategies to support equitable outcomes.

Ideal candidates are skilled in collaboration, patience, and evidence-based practices, fostering inclusive environments for all learners while working with paraprofessionals and other professionals.