Special Education Teacher (Long-term Substitute, Grade 3, 2026-27)

Charter School for Applied Technologies (CSAT) prepares students to attain family-sustaining careers by integrating career exploration and a lifelong learning culture. Founded in 2001, CSAT now serves approximately 2,300 students across three buildings (Elementary, Middle, and High Schools) from 19 school districts in Western New York.

About the role

The CSAT teacher communicates knowledge to students in an interesting, stimulating, and effective manner using a variety of instructional methodologies and curriculum resources. As a team member, you will share planning, professional development, curriculum design, and teaching responsibilities. The role involves administering student assessments, communicating with parents about student progress, and planning further instruction. Teachers reflect on their practice, act as coaches for team members, and integrate technology into teaching and professional activities.

Responsibilities

• Implement school and district policies and procedures, as well as CSAT school performance standards.
• Collaborate with the team on curriculum and student needs, including ongoing communication with parents.
• Participate in curriculum development and implementation.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse student populations.
• Establish and manage student-directed classrooms where students work independently and in groups.
• Develop and use rubrics for instruction and assessment.
• Use technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication, and learn new applications of technology.
• Create and manage a responsive learning environment that ensures students feel safe, creative, and able to develop to their full potential.
• Write, implement, and evaluate your own professional development plans.
• Foster family-school relationships that support academic and social development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education with completed student teaching experiences.
• At least two years of classroom experience with a satisfactory rating.
• Three positive professional recommendations.
• Strong background in classroom instruction and pedagogical skills.
• Experience with Professional Learning Communities (PLC) model.
• Highly organized, independent worker with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Qualifications

Required certification type(s): Special Education {9010}, Childhood Education Grades 1-6 {3014}.

Pay

Per diem rate: $200 per day for certified teachers; $180 per day for non-certified teachers.

Appointment Status: Temporary, long-term substitute (full-time) for the 2026-27 school year. Start date: as soon as possible. Itinerant location: Elementary School.