Special Education Teacher 7th & 8th Grade (2)

Genesee Valley Educational Partnership; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee Valley BOCES is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a blended 7th and 8th grade classroom within a 6:1:1 Intensive Therapeutic Program. The candidate will provide differentiated, standards-aligned instruction, develop and implement IEPs, monitor progress, and apply trauma-informed, restorative practices to promote student success.

Responsibilities include supporting students with behavioral, social-emotional, academic, and mental health needs; collaborating with staff, clinicians,

Qualifications

• Deliver differentiated, standards-aligned instruction.
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Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with classroom support staff, clinicians, families, and administrators to maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Implement behavior-support plans and participate in CSE meetings.
• Maintain required documentation and help students develop academic, coping, communication, and self-regulation skills.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

IEP development

Trauma-informed practice

Collaboration with staff

Education

NYS Certification in Students with Disabilities 7-12

NYS Certification in Students with Disabilities All Grades

Special Education K-12

Special Education 5-8

Job description

GV BOCES is seeking a Special Education Teacher that will provide instruction to students in a blended 7th and 8th grade classroom within a 6:1:1 Intensive Therapeutic Program. The ideal candidate will deliver differentiated, standards-aligned instruction; develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); monitor student progress; and use trauma-informed, therapeutic, and restorative practices to promote student success. Training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) is preferred or a commitment to obtaining the credential in a timely way is a must.

The candidate will provide highly structured classroom support for students with significant behavioral, social-emotional, academic and mental health needs. The teacher will collaborate closely with classroom support staff, related service providers, clinicians, families, and administrators to maintain a safe, supportive, and predictable learning environment. Responsibilities also may include implementing behavior-support plans, participating in team and CSE meetings, maintaining required documentation, and helping students develop the academic, coping, communication, and self-regulation skills needed to achieve their individual goals.

Locations:

• Batavia Campus

Start Date:

• Fall 2026-Summer hours may be required

Salary:

• $45,000-$55,000—Negotiable based on experience

• NYS Certification in Students with Disabilities Grades 7-12, Students with Disabilities All Grades, or Special Education K-12, Students with Disabilities 5-8.

Human Resources

Genesee Valley BOCES

80 Munson Street

LeRoy, NY14482