Special Education Teacher (7-12), MEC

Application Deadline: 9/30/2026. Position Start Date: 9/1/2026.

Responsibilities

• providing high-quality instruction to secondary students in a classroom environment that promotes critical thinking, high-level of engagement and eagerness to continue to learn and grow
• working collaboratively with other teachers and community members to ensure continued learning of relevant skills and authentic application of those skills
• supporting students as they develop a strong work ethic, pride in their work and the foundational skills employers have identified
• willingness to develop/grow/promote the program to include all learners
• differentiating instruction to ensure all students experience success
• must hold a commitment to promoting equity, practicing cultural responsiveness, and creating inclusive environments

Qualifications

• Current NYS certification in Students with Disabilities 7-12 or Special Education K-12
• Candidates should possess a broad skill set of effective teaching and learning to engage learners of all levels, including but not limited to:
  • Knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards and Assessments
  • Knowledge of curriculum content and accepted methods of instruction
  • Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• paid holidays & leave time
• NYS retirement
• health & dental insurance

Pay

$52,341.00 - $61,805