Special Education Teacher - Langan School

Responsibilities:

Responsible for developing students’ Individualized Education Plans

Develop and implement lesson plans incorporating goals/objectives from all disciplines of each student's IEP.

Implements and monitors behavior and classroom management plans/techniques when necessary

Develops and adheres to an established daily schedule making daily modifications/adjustments as required

Maintains communication with classroom team, parents and program directors regarding students' performance

Develops lesson plans incorporating the IEP goals and objectives for each student

Reinforces appropriate student behavior by utilizing progressive discipline techniques

Establishes communicates and monitors clear expectations for both students and classroom staff

Minimum Qualifications:

Initial NYS Certification in Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 or Special Education

Permanent Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education required

Individual without a Master’s degree must demonstrate plans to obtain a Master’s degree within a five-year timeframe.

Must be at least 18 years old.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds independently.

This position requires a Master’s degree; however, candidates with a Bachelor’s degree may be hired initially, as New York State allows individuals with an Initial Certification to teach while completing their Master’s degree within a five-year timeframe.

At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

Compensation Range: $54,581.44 - $64,470.45

For over 80 years, the Center for Disability Services has served as a trusted community leader, providing innovative programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities here in the Capital Region and North Country. We are committed to empowering individuals to lead full, independent lives, and have served over 12,000 people to date.

At the Center, we firmly believe that no job is too small when it comes to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As a team, every employee plays an integral part in our mission to empower individuals and promote independence. Whether you're directly involved in patient care, coordinating programs, managing operations, or providing essential support, your contribution is vital to creating a brighter and more accessible world for those we serve.

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