Special Education Teacher - High School English

Stanley G Falk School; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

Teacher + Aide in classroom

Collaborative leadership team

Paid school breaks and holidays

Optional six-week summer session

Professional growth opportunities

Make a lasting impact

Job summary

Stanley G Falk School in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Special Education Teacher for High School English. The role is on-site with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:35 AM to 2:35 PM.

Competitive pay starts at $33.96/hour and about $47,556 per school year, with potential stipends for Master's degree and graduate coursework. Join a mission-driven school serving students ages 5–21 across Western New York with small classrooms and individualized supports.

Qualifications

• New York State SWD or applicable content area certification required.
• Knowledge of New York State Learning Standards.
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
• Commitment to building meaningful relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Develop lessons aligned with New York State Learning Standards and each student's IEP.
• Implement IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Assess student progress using formal and informal assessment methods.
• Plan and deliver individualized, small-group, and whole-class instruction.
• Foster an engaging classroom environment that supports academic, behavioral, social, and emotional growth.
• Prepare instructional materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Maintain accurate attendance, progress monitoring, and program records.
• Support students in developing social-emotional skills, self-regulation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborate with related service providers, administrators, and families.
• Direct and supervise assigned Teacher Aide(s).
• Utilize Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques to maintain a safe learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional skills

Education

NY SWD Certification

Job description

Special Education Teacher - High School English

Job Category : Teacher

Requisition Number : SPECI003157

• Posted : October 5, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

Special Education Teacher (High School)

Falk School | Buffalo, NY

Pay: Starting at $33.96 per hour ($47,556 per school year) Plus applicable Master's Degree and Graduate Course Credit Stipends

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:35 AM – 2:35 PM

Why Falk School?

At Falk School, our mission is to provide a supportive, transformational learning community. We believe every student deserves a learning environment where they feel valued, challenged, and empowered to succeed.

Founded in 1986, Falk School serves students ages 5–21 across four Western New York campuses through highly structured classrooms and individualized educational supports. As an affiliate of Child & Family Services, we are committed to helping students build the academic, behavioral, and life skills needed to thrive.

Our classrooms are intentionally small—typically six students supported by one teacher and one teacher aide—allowing educators to develop meaningful relationships while providing individualized instruction and support.

Teaching at Falk School is about more than delivering instruction. It's about becoming a trusted advocate who helps students develop confidence, resilience, and the skills they need for lifelong success.

Why Teachers Choose Falk School

• Small classroom sizes (typically 6 students)
• One Teacher + One Teacher Aide in every classroom
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Paid school breaks and holidays
• Optional six-week summer session
• Meaningful relationships with students
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Make a lasting impact every day

Responsibilities

• Develop lessons aligned with New York State Learning Standards and each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Implement IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans
• Assess student progress using formal and informal assessment methods
• Plan and deliver individualized, small-group, and whole-class instruction
• Foster an engaging classroom environment that supports academic, behavioral, social, and emotional growth
• Prepare instructional materials, assignments, and assessments
• Maintain accurate attendance, progress monitoring, and program records
• Support students in developing social-emotional skills, self-regulation, and problem-solving abilities
• Collaborate with related service providers, administrators, and families
• Direct and supervise assigned Teacher Aide(s)
• Utilize Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques when necessary to maintain a safe learning environment

Qualifications

• New York State Students with Disabilities (SWD) or Applicable Content Area Teaching Certification required
• Knowledge of New York State Learning Standards
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills
• Commitment to building meaningful relationships with students

Stanley G. Falk School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Keywords: Special Education Teacher, Students with Disabilities Teacher, Special Education Instructor, Classroom Teacher, SWD Teacher, Teacher, high school teacher, HS teacher

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