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 seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for grades 7-12 to design and implement specialized instruction for students with diverse needs. You will work in ICT settings, co-teach with general education staff, and coordinate with families and administrators to support student success.

The role requires a state-credentialed special education teacher with 2–5 years of classroom experience and strong collaboration, data-driven planning, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education.
• Valid state teaching credential with endorsement or certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of successful classroom teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement specially designed instruction for secondary students with diverse needs.
• Develop and manage IEPs; monitor progress and present data at CSE meetings.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and related services.
• Co-teach in ICT settings and adapt curricula for inclusion.
• Communicate with families and maintain compliant documentation.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Data-informed decisions

Time management

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Special Education

Tools

Google Classroom

Canvas

Schoology

PowerSchool

mCLASS

Renaissance Star

NWEA MAP

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

Data & Assessment Systems

• 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.

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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]