Special Education Teacher - District Wide

Monroe #1 BOCES; Village of Fairport (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse needs across various locations. In this rewarding role, you will plan and deliver tailored instruction to students with multiple disabilities, ensuring they receive individualized educational programs that cater to their unique challenges. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, engage with families, and implement best practices in education. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and possess the necessary certifications and skills, this position could be your next great opportunity.

Qualifications

• NYS certification preferred for teaching students with disabilities.
• Experience with developmental disabilities and behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide instruction for students with multiple disabilities.
• Develop and evaluate Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to meet needs.

Skills

Instructional Planning

Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

Behavior Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

NYS Students with Disabilities Certification

Training in Life Crisis Intervention

Job description

Special Education Teacher - District Wide
JobID: 1821

• Position Type:
  Instructional/ Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted:
  1/15/2025
• Location:
  District Wide
• Closing Date:
  01/26/2025

LOCATION OF POSITION: Monroe One BOCES - 41 O'Connor Road, Fairport NY 14450; Various Locations - Anticipated Openings

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10-Month Position, Full-Time; Probationary

STARTING DATE: February 2025

SALARY RANGE: $48,000 - $78,401 per school year
*Actual Salary Is Dependent Upon Education, Experience and Contract.

DUTIES:

1. Plan and provide instruction for students with multiple disabilities in accordance with NYS mandates and standards.
2. Provide individualized educational programs for middle/high school students with significant behavioral, intellectual, and mental health needs.
3. Develop, implement, and evaluate Individual Education Plans (IEPS) to meet student needs.
4. Develop, implement, and evaluate lesson plans utilizing best practices.
5. Develop, implement, and evaluate alternative behavior management plans.
6. Work on a multidisciplinary team to foster collaborative planning and an interdisciplinary approach to learning.
7. Effectively communicate with school staff, parents, districts, and community agencies.
8. Manage and support classroom team.
9. Participate in on-going training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. NYS Students with Disabilities Certification Grades B-2, 1-6, 5-9, or 7-12 preferred.
2. Experience with students with developmental disabilities at the elementary school level.
3. Training in Life Crisis Intervention strategies, TCI, SCIP-R, or similar problem-solving strategies preferred.
4. Knowledge and experience implementation NYS standards, Core Curriculum and NYS Alternative Assessment.
5. Proven leadership with classroom team management preferred.
6. Experience working with students who exhibit intense behavioral/emotional disabilities preferred.
7. Physically able to perform essential functions of the position (with or without reasonable accommodation) including, but not limited to, the ability to use approved physical intervention techniques when necessary.