Special Education Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Albion Central School District; Town of Albion (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Albion Central School District in Albion, NY seeks a Special Education – Long-Term Substitute Teacher for elementary (K-5). Start date anticipated November 2026. The position requires NYS Certification in Special Education and experience delivering inclusive instruction.

The successful candidate will plan and implement individualized instruction, monitor progress, collaborate with families and staff, and contribute to a supportive learning environment for students with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Special Education Teacher or relevant role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies.
• Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities.
• Valid New York State certificate in Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Assess students’ skills and learning requirements.
• Adapt learning materials to meet students’ needs.
• Design Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs).
• Communicate objectives to students, parents and teachers regarding IEP goals and curriculum standards.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to track students’ progress.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law and policy.
• Provide for professional growth through ongoing development.

Skills

Special Education experience

Disabilities experience

IEP knowledge

Education

BS in Education Field

MS is a plus

Job description

Albion Central School District

324 East Avenue

Albion, New York 14411

Start Date:TBD (Anticipated to be November 2026)

Title: Special Education – Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Grade Range: Elementary (K-5)

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Special Education Teacher or relevant role
• Comprehensive knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies
• Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities
• Valid New York State certificate in Special Education
• BS in an Education Field; MS is a plus

Essential Duties

Educator will be responsible for teaching groups of students with a range of disabilities. You will develop, monitor and adjust instruction to promote the growth of our students which includes their intellectual emotional, social and physical well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assess childrens’ skills and learning requirements
• Assess students’ abilities and craft teaching plans
• Adapt learning materials to meet students’ needs
• Design Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs)
• Communicate the established objectives and expectations to students, parents and classroom teachers regarding IEP goals and curriculum standards
• Collaborate with parents and school staff to track students’ progress
• Inform parents about their children’s performance and potential problems
• Keep track of and reflect on students’ progress
• Monitor children’s behavioral patterns and arrange appropriate interventions as needed
• Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict
• Prepare students for transition to the next grade
• Coach/mentor other professionals who work with children with disabilities
• Collaborate with the support staff (e.g. school counselors and speech therapists) to create holistic intervention plans
• Assist the administration in implementing all District policies and/or building regulations and procedures governing student life and conduct
• Attend scheduled meetings; serve on District and building committees
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, by District policy, regulations and building procedures
• Provide for own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars and conferences
• Perform other duties as required by Building Principal and /or District Administration

Desired Qualities

• Focus on students and their individual needs
• Act with kindness and compassion
• Demonstrate integrity
• Commit to continuous growth and improvement
• Collaborate with all stakeholders

Requirements

• NYS Certification in Students with Disabilities (SWD), Birth-Grade 2 and Grades 1-6 or Permanent Special Education
• Fingerprint clearance through NYSED TEACH

Terms of Employment

Long-term/short-term salary to be established by the Board of Education; follows ATA Contract

Evaluation

Completed by Administration and follows ATA contract

ALBION CENTRAL SCHOOL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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