Teacher (5761)

The House of The Good Shepherd; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer 4

Job summary

The House of the Good Shepherd in Utica, NY is seeking a qualified teacher to support students with unique learning needs within a caring, structured environment.

As an educator, you will provide personalized instruction, build rapport with students facing adversity, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to advance academic and emotional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a NYS teaching certificate are required, or an equivalent NYS-approved pathway leading to a master’s in education and permanent certification.
• Certification in Special Education strongly preferred.
• Experience teaching students with IEPs or emotional/behavioral challenges is a plus.
• Must meet all NYSED and agency training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide structure, stability, and creativity to students with unique learning needs.
• Deliver personalized instruction grounded in each student’s goals.
• Support a structured environment with small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio.
• Contribute to students’ academic and personal growth and progress.

Skills

Building rapport

Engaging lessons

Organized

Team collaboration

Reflective practice

Education

Bachelor's degree

NYS teaching certificate

Special Education certification

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Champlin Ave - Utica, NY 13502, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Bachelors, Salary Range: $56,000.00 - $63,538.00 Salary, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Education

About Us

The House of the Good Shepherd (HGS) has been changing children's lives for over 150 years. We provide individualized, compassionate care to youth and families through a range of residential, educational, community, and foster care programs across Central New York, the Mohawk Valley, and the North Country. Our agency is built on a foundation of empathy, resilience, and the Sanctuary Model of care, which guides our commitment to healing and hope.

What You'll Do

As a Teacher at Tilton School, you'll be much more than an educator; you'll be a catalyst for healing, growth, and opportunity. Our students have often faced significant adversity and educational gaps, yet they demonstrate incredible capacity for progress. You'll help unlock their potential by providing structure, stability, and creativity to students with unique learning needs. Instruction is personalized, grounded in each student's goals, and supported by a structured environment with small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio. Many students make meaningful academic and personal gains, and your role in their journey will be remembered for years to come.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a passionate, purpose-driven educator who sees the promise in every student. Someone who understands that learning and healing go hand-in-hand and who's ready to be a difference-maker in the trajectory of a young person's life.

Qualifications: Qualifications and Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree and a valid NYS teaching certificate required, or an equivalent teaching certificate obtained through a NYS-approved pathway that leads to a master's degree in education and permanent certification
• Certification in Special Education strongly preferred
• Prior experience teaching students with IEPs or emotional/behavioral challenges is a plus
• Must meet all NYSED and agency training requirements

Key Skills and Attributes

• Skilled at building rapport with students who have experienced adversity
• Able to create engaging, age-appropriate lessons that support academic and emotional growth
• Organized and responsive to deadlines and documentation requirements
• Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Open to learning and reflective practice

Why Work with Us?

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with agency match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for advancement
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

The House of the Good Shepherd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. HGS encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities, including people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and those with disabilities. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access throughout the hiring process.