2026-27 Probationary Special Education Teacher (NYSAA)

Description

Seeking highly qualified candidates for a full-time, tenure-track teaching position in a junior high school special class for students eligible for the New York State Alternative Assessment.

Qualifications

• New York State Teaching Certification in Special Education (K-12 or 7-12) is required.
• Candidates should have knowledge of adolescents with significant learning and social needs, strong case-management skills, strategies for individualized academic and life skills instruction, and the ability to facilitate the building of independence through community-based instruction opportunities based on the NYSAA dynamic learning maps.

Attendance Requirement

Effective September 1, 2026, attendance at New Teacher Orientation on August 25-27 is required.

To Apply

• Complete the online application and upload a cover letter, current resume, certification[s], official transcripts, and updated reference letters.
• Applications accepted until filled, at www.applitrack.com/rhcsd/onlineapp.
  Attn: Dr. Casey van Harssel, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources & School Accountability

RUSH-HENRIETTA IS COMMITTED TO ACHIEVING A MORE DIVERSE WORK FORCE. Candidates of diverse backgrounds and experience are strongly encouraged to apply.