Special Education Teacher

About the role

Falk School seeks to hire multiple Special Education Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. The school offers competitive compensation starting at $33.96 per hour ($47,556 per school year), operates on a Monday - Friday schedule from 7:35 AM to 2:35 PM, and provides a supportive, transformational learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop lessons aligned with New York State Learning Standards and each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Implement IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans
• Absess 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