Special Education Teacher - Grades 7-12

Erie 1 BOCES; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Sciences Charter School is seeking a Grades 7-12 Special Education Teacher to design and implement specialized instruction for diverse learners. The role requires collaboration with general educators and related services within ICT settings, including resource rooms and self-contained classes.

You will develop IEPs, monitor progress, and coordinate with families and school teams to ensure equitable access to standards-based instruction. Strong data use and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education.
• Valid state teaching credential with SPED endorsement.
• Minimum 2–5 years of successful classroom teaching.
• IEP development and compliance experience.
• Experience with SIS data analytics platforms (e.g., PowerSchool).
• Experience with LMS (Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology).

Responsibilities

• IEP Development & Compliance.
• Draft and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Progress monitors students' skill development and needs.
• Present student progress data at CSE annual review meetings.
• Adheres to testing accommodations for NYS Regents exams.
• Active Co-teaching alongside general education content specialists in ICT.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Data-informed instruction

Time management

Independent and teamwork

Problem-solving

Cultural competency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education

Tools

SIS data analytics platforms

LMS: Google Classroom/Canvas/Schoology

Google Workspace/Microsoft Office

Job description

Job title - Special Education Teacher - Grades 7-12

Reports to - Principal/Designee

Position Summary: The Grades 7-12 Special Education Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing specially designed instruction to support secondary students with diverse learning, emotional, or physical disabilities. This role at Health Sciences Charter School requires expert knowledge of operating in various instructional settings, including Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT), Resource Rooms, or Self-Contained Special Classes. The special education teacher collaborates with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators and families.

Duties/Responsibilities

• IEP Development & Compliance
• Draft and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Progress monitors students' skill development and needs.
• Present student progress data at Committee on Special Education (CSE) annual review meetings.
• Adheres to mandated testing accommodations, testing modifications, and testing formats for NYS Regents exams.

Instructional Delivery & Curriculum Modification

• Create an educational environment that encourages deep learning and understanding from a science of learning foundation and explicit direct instruction
• Deliver instruction that is accessible, invites and facilitates active participation through accommodations and modifications to curriculum.
• Adapt and modify secondary general education curricula (English, Math, Science, and Social Studies) without compromising academic rigor.
• Active Co-teaching alongside general education content specialists to provide seamless, inclusive support in an ICT framework.
• Collaborate with team on curriculum and students needs

Behavioral Support/Classroom Management/Family Support

• Create, implement and manage a responsive learning environment that supports safety, creativity and active exploration of learning and expressing ideas that promote conflict resolution and cohesion.
• Create and work toward ongoing communication with parents.

Qualifications

Education & Certification: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education

Certification: Valid state teaching credential with an endorsement or certification as a Special Education Teacher.

Experience: Minimum of [2-5] years of successful classroom teaching experience, with a proven track record of improving student learning outcomes.

Technical Skills

• Experienced with student information systems (SIS) and data analytics platforms (e.g., mCLASS, Renaissance Star, NWEA MAP, PowerSchool) for tracking benchmarks and growth.
• Learning Management Systems (LMS): Skilled in navigating and managing instructional workflows via Google Classroom, Canvas, or Schoology.
• Collaboration & Reporting Tools: Proficient in productivity suites (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office) for generating compliance reports, tracking data trends.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.
• Skill in using data to inform instructional decisions and program improvements.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Commitment to equity, cultural competency, and inclusive practices that support all students.

Job Attachment : View Attachment

Salary: From : 36000.00

Salary: To : 42000.00

Salary Competitive : Y

Appointment Status : Permanent

Position Status : Full time

Required Certification Type : Student with Disabilities - Generalist Grades 7-12 {0086}

Specialized Training : Co-Teaching Experience

Contact Person's Name : Denise Terrell

Contact Person's Title : Chief Operating Officer

Contact Person's Phone : [phone]

Contact Person's Email : [e-mail]