Special Education Classroom Teacher

Archdiocese of New York; Village of Irvington (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks a passionate Special Education Classroom Teacher to join their dedicated team. This role involves working with small groups of students, utilizing innovative teaching methods like Orton Gillingham and Hochman Writing to foster learning in a supportive environment. The school values individualized instruction, offering a collaborative atmosphere with full-time teaching assistants. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of students with special learning needs, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a community that prioritizes educational excellence and student success!

Qualifications

• Preferred NYS Certification in Special Education and experience with specific teaching methods.
• Willingness to discuss with candidates studying Education.

Responsibilities

• Teach small groups of students with special learning needs using tailored instructional methods.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants to support student learning.

Skills

Special Education Certification

Orton Gillingham Method

Hochman Writing Method

Teaching Experience

Education

NYS Certification in Special Education

Degree in Education

Job description

Special Education Classroom Teacher

John Cardinal O'Connor School

16 North Broadway

Irvington, NY 10533

John Cardinal O'Connor School, a Catholic elementary school (grades 1-8) that serves children with special learning needs, is in need of a classroom teacher for immediate hire.

Our classes are typically 10-15 students in each and serve multiple grades depending on enrollment and instructional level. Classes have a full-time teaching assistant assigned. Small group instruction is our teaching style.

For reading, we use the philosophy of the Orton Gillingham model and the Preventing Academic Failure method. For writing, we adopt the Hochman Method philosophy.

The majority of our students have IESPs. Related services of speech, counseling, OT, and PT take place during the school day in our building for students who require them.

Our school is located in Irvington, NY and is part of the Archdiocese of New York Catholic Schools.

Requirements:

1. NYS Certification in Special Education (preferred)
2. Experience or training in Orton Gillingham/PAF or Hochman Writing (preferred)
3. Willing to discuss position with those with NYS certification in Education, experience teaching and/or in college/graduate school studying Education.

Salary range conforms with the provisions in the collective bargaining agreement, based on degree and years of experience; salaries range from $53,900 - $75,300.