Impact-Driven Special Education Master Teacher (K-6)

St. Catherine's Center for Children; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Catherine’s Center for Children in Albany, NY seeks a Special Education Teacher for grades K–6.

The master teacher will plan, implement, and supervise a high-quality program aligned with NYSED standards, ensuring IEP fidelity and a trauma-informed learning environment. Responsibilities include daily lesson planning, differentiated instruction, progress monitoring, collaboration with related service providers, and coaching classroom staff.

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Special Education preferred; related field considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related area.
• Active NYS Certification in Special Education or enrollment in a compatible program within one year.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and supervise a high-quality instructional program aligned with NYSED standards.
• Lead the classroom team and ensure fidelity to IEPs in a trauma-informed environment.
• Develop daily and weekly lesson plans with differential instruction and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with related service providers and coach classroom staff.
• Maintain documentation per NYSED requirements and program guidelines.

Skills

IEP development

Trauma-informed practices

Crisis intervention

Education

Master of Science in Special Education

Bachelor of Science in Special Education

NYS Certification in Special Education

Job description

St. Catherine’s Center for Children in Albany, NY seeks a Special Education Teacher for grades K–6.

The master teacher will plan, implement, and supervise a high-quality program aligned with NYSED standards, ensuring IEP fidelity and a trauma-informed learning environment. Responsibilities include daily lesson planning, differentiated instruction, progress monitoring, collaboration with related service providers, and coaching classroom staff.