Special Education Teacher (Long-term Substitute, 9-12)

About the role

The Charter School for Applied Technologies (CSAT) prepares students for family‑sustaining careers by integrating career exploration and a lifelong learning culture. The school serves approximately 2,300 students across three campuses (Elementary, Middle, and High School) in Western New York. This position is a long‑term substitute Special Education Teacher for the high school, reporting to the High School Principal.

Responsibilities

• Implement school and district policies and procedures.
• Apply CSAT performance standards.
• Collaborate with the teaching team on curriculum development and student needs.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents and families.
• Develop and integrate technology into instructional programs.
• Coach and mentor other teachers in areas of personal expertise.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
• Establish and manage student‑directed classrooms that support independent and group work.
• Create and use rubrics for instruction and assessment of student work.
• Utilize technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication.
• Foster a responsive learning environment where students feel safe, creative, and able to reach their full potential.
• Write, implement, and evaluate personal professional development plans.
• Develop family‑school relationships that support academic and social development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education with completed student‑teaching experience.
• At least two years of classroom teaching experience with satisfactory ratings.
• Three positive professional recommendations.
• Strong background in classroom instruction and pedagogical skills.
• Highly organized, independent worker with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Professional Learning Communities (PLC model).
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
• Required certifications: Students With Disabilities (All Grades) – Special Education, Student with Disabilities – Generalist Grades 7‑12, and Students with Disabilities (All Grades) as listed.

Pay

Non‑exempt, per‑diem position paying $200 per day.

Appointment Details

Temporary, full‑time long‑term substitute position starting ASAP.

Contact

Chad Witherell – cwitherell@csat-k12.org