Special Education Teacher

Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District; Village of Dobbs Ferry (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join their dynamic team at the high school level. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to engage with students, develop tailored lesson plans, and implement innovative teaching strategies that foster an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to professional growth and a passion for helping students with diverse needs succeed. Join a supportive community that values collaboration and strives for excellence in education, where your contributions will help shape the future of students and empower them to reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• NYSED Certification in Special Education K-12 required.
• Experience in developing IEPs and using high-leverage practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging instruction to promote student learning.
• Conduct assessments and adjust strategies to meet individual needs.
• Collaborate in co-teaching settings and maintain communication with families.

Skills

Special Education Certification

Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

Instructional Data Analysis

Multisensory Reading Instruction

High-Leverage Practices

Education

NYSED Certification Special Education K-12

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Tools

Educational Technology

Job description

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Special Education Teacher
  
  

The Dobbs Ferry School District seeks a Special Education Teacher at the Dobbs Ferry High School, effective August 27, 2025. This is a full-time, probationary, tenure track position. Terms of employment in accordance with the Dobbs Ferry United Teachers collective bargaining unit; salary commensurate with experience.

NYSED Certification Special Education K-12, Students with Disabilities (All Grades), or Students with Disabilities (7-12) required.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction that promotes active student engagement and meaningful learning experiences.

Develop clear, engaging, and relevant lesson plans that appropriately challenge students and demonstrate current educational pedagogy.

Conduct ongoing assessments of student learning and progress, and adjust instructional strategies to effectively address each student’s individual needs.

Utilize relevant technology and instructional materials to effectively support differentiated instruction.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with colleagues.

Encourage family involvement and maintain clear and consistent communication with students and their families.

Collaborate effectively in co-teaching settings and participate in interdisciplinary instructional planning.

Preferred Experience & Skills:

Knowledge of high-leverage practices in special education.

Experience in developing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), including writing measurable goals, progress monitoring, and identifying appropriate modifications and accommodations.

Comprehensive understanding of the NYS Learning Standards.

Ability to analyze instructional data to enhance teaching practices and student outcomes.

Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, self-reflection, and continual learning.

Experience providing multisensory reading instruction is a plus.

Apply via OLAS by 5:00 p.m. on May 7, 2025. For more information about our schools, please visit www.dfsd.org. Candidates selected for an interview should apply here via Applitrack.

About Us

The mission of the Dobbs Ferry School District is to provide a high-quality education whereby all students are empowered to reach their individual potential, respect and value themselves and others, and become life-long learners.

The Dobbs Ferry School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, religion, ethnicity, age, gender and disability in the educational programs and activities it operates.

The selected applicant will be subject to a fingerprint supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE legislation effective July 1, 2001.

About Our Special Education Program

We are focused on building an increasingly inclusive environment through an expansion of our continuum of services in general education and specialized program settings, through the ongoing development of exciting student opportunities including unified sports; and by offering expansive professional development including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training for our instructional and support staff. We seek exceptional candidates to join our team in this work!

Postings current as of 5/10/2025 1:31:26 PM CST.

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