Short Term Substitute Teacher, Special Education 0826-0003

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie 1 BOCES in Amherst, NY is seeking a Special Education teacher for grades 9-12. The role includes instructional delivery, lesson planning, and progress evaluation in a special education setting.

You will collaborate with other staff, contribute to IEP development, and maintain student records. Hours are 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM, with competitive daily rates depending on certification level.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid NYS Teaching Certification in Special Education 9-12 Generalist; Mathematics 9-12.
• Experience in special needs desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in appropriate academic area.
• Prepare lesson plans and optimize class time to meet objectives.
• Evaluate pupil performance and progress toward goals.
• Participate in development and monitoring of IEPs as assigned.
• Communicate with parents on pupil progress and concerns.
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation.

Education

NYS Teaching Certification in Special Education 9-12 Generalist; Mathematics 9-12

Job description

Location:
Erie 1 BOCES
Special Education Services
WNY Children's Psychiatric Center
Amherst, NY

Rates:
$140/day - Non certified or less than 7 weeks
$170/day - Certified, Short-Term (7-20 weeks)
$185/day - E1B Certified Retiree, Short-Term (7-20 weeks)

Hours:
7:45 AM - 2:45 PM

Job Responsibilities:
To develop knowledge and skills in the assigned content area necessary for a competitive adult life. To maintain each student in educational setting. To see each student exit the program with a diploma in hand or return successfully to his/her home school.

Specific Duties:

• Provide instruction in appropriate academic area.
• Provide remediation as necessary.
• Prepare lesson plans and make optimum use of class time to meet stated objectives.
• Evaluate each pupil's performance, knowledge, and skills in academic area of responsibility.
• Identify pupil needs and collaborate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve behavioral and learning problems.
• Participate in the development, implementation and progress monitoring of student IEPs as assigned.
• Meet with students in small group setting to discuss school, social and personal concerns.
• Communicate with parents on individual pupil progress or other areas of concern.
• Join with other staff members in meeting with parents and students at regularly scheduled grade reporting or other relevant meetings.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records.
• Guide pupils in selection and performance of appropriate activities.
• Aid in establishing and maintaining standards of pupil conduct to provide an orderly, safe, and productive environment.
• Provide encouragement for continuation of formal education and assistance in employment awareness skills.
• Supervise pupils in/out of classroom program related activities during the day.
• Assist in the storage, maintenance and use of materials and property.
• Requisition books, instructional aids, equipment, tools materials, supplies as required.
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in advisory committee meetings as requested.
• Maintain professional growth by participating in workshops, conferences, and advanced coursework as appropriate.
• Participate in planning and developing Program goals, objectives, curricula, and methods as requested.
• Complete all required paperwork.

Special Notes:

When responding to or inquiring about this Notice of Vacancy, please refer to thePosting Number noted above. Requests for reasonable accommodations at the interview under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator (Director, HumanResources) at least 48 hours priorto the interview.

• Must hold a validNYS Teaching Certification in Special Education 9-12 Generalist; Mathematics 9-12
• Experience in special needs desired