Special Education Teacher

Elmwood Village Charter Schools; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Elmwood Village Charter School is seeking an Integrated Co-Teacher (Special Education) to join our Buffalo teams. You will partner with a General Education teacher to implement ICT, deliver specialized instruction, and support students with IEPs in inclusive settings.

You will manage IEPs, track progress, and use data-driven planning while collaborating with families and related service providers to ensure high expectations and equitable outcomes in a fast-paced urban school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; a Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid New York State Certification in Students with Disabilities (SWD).
• Experience in urban education or diverse student populations is valued.
• Strong collaboration and documentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Co-plan and deliver instruction with General Education teachers using ICT models.
• Provide direct, specially designed instruction for students with IEPs.
• Serve as primary IEP case manager and monitor goals and progress.
• Use assessment data to inform instructional decisions and supports.
• Foster an inclusive classroom culture with high expectations.
• Communicate with families, service providers, and administrators to coordinate supports.
• Ensure compliance with NYSED regulations and IDEA mandates.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Data-driven instruction

Neurodiversity awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

New York SWD Certification

Job description

Special Education Teacher# Special Education Teacher## OverviewSalary Range$40,000.00 - $55,000.00 Salary/yearPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelBachelors DegreeTravel PercentageNoneCategoryInstructional## Description## **Job Description: Elementary Special Education Teacher****School:** Elmwood Village Charter School (EVCS)**Location:** Buffalo, NY (Hertel or Days Park Campus)**Status:** Full-Time / Exempt**Reports to**: Building Principal### **About Elmwood Village Charter School**The Elmwood Village Charter Schools provide a stimulating and engaging learning environment that recognizes student capability, fosters their connectedness to their immediate and broader communities, and offers them ways to contribute to school life. EVCS believes that all students can and will learn at high levels when provided with the right learning conditions.### **The Role**We are seeking a passionate, collaborative, and highly skilled **Integrated Co-Teacher (Special Education)** to join our team. In this role, you will partner with a General Education teacher to implement an Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) model. You will be responsible for implementing curriculum and accommodations, delivering specialized instruction, and fostering an inclusive environment that ensures all students meet high academic and social-emotional standards.### ### **Key Responsibilities*** **Co-Planning & Instruction:** Partner with the General Education teacher to co-plan lessons that utilize diverse co-teaching models (e.g., station teaching, parallel teaching, team teaching) to meet the needs of all learners.* **Specialized Instruction:** Deliver direct, specially designed instruction to students with IEPs within the general education classroom, as well as in small group settings when necessary.* **IEP Management:** Serve as the primary case manager for a caseload of students. This includes drafting IEPs, conducting annual reviews, monitoring progress toward goals, and maintaining accurate, timely documentation.* **Data-Driven Decision Making:** Use formal and informal assessment data to inform instructional strategies, adjust supports, and track student growth.* **Inclusive Environment:** Facilitate a classroom culture that celebrates neurodiversity, fosters student independence, and maintains high expectations for all children.* **Collaboration:** Communicate regularly with families, related service providers (speech, OT, PT), and school administrators to ensure a cohesive support network for students.* **Compliance:** Ensure all classroom practices remain in full compliance with New York State Education Department (NYSED) regulations and IDEA mandates.## Qualifications### **Qualifications & Requirements*** **Education:** Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred).* **Certification:** Valid New York State Certification in **Students with Disabilities (SWD) Grades 1-6 or 7-12** commensurate with the specific vacancy level.* **Experience:** Proven experience working in an urban school setting or with diverse student populations is highly valued.* **Collaboration:** Exceptional interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented school environment.* **Communication:** Strong verbal and written communication skills for documentation and parent outreach, an ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.* **Philosophy:** Deep alignment with the EVCS mission, including a commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and student agency.* **Resilience:** A proactive, \"can-do\" attitude and the ability to thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced school environment.### **What We Offer*** Competitive salary commensurate with experience. (Salary range $40,000-$55,000)* Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Plan with New York State Teachers Retirement System).* A supportive, mission-driven school culture.* Opportunities for professional development and collaborative planning time.* The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of students in the Buffalo community.