Special Education Teacher; K-6th

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Full Time Professional RE May School, Albany, NY, US

Salary Range: $62,353.30 To $74,500.00 Annually

Full

Title:

Special Education Master Teacher (Gr. K-6)

Location: Albany, NY

Program
:
Special Education – R&E May School

Pay Range:$62,353.30 to $74,500.00

Job . #: 0340

About Us

St. Catherine’s Center for Children is a non-profit organization located in the Greater Capital Region of New York. We offer a wide array of human services designed to meet the needs of vulnerable children, families and adults, including residential and therapeutic foster care programs for children and youth, Kinship support, homeless and community-based services for adults and families, a special education elementary school for ages 5-13, and so much more.

St. Catherine’s is committed to cultivating a culture where all employees feel safe to bring their authentic and best selves to the workplace. We are invested in fostering an equitable, inclusive and diversified workplace; collaboratively embracing mindfulness, relevance, respect and solidarity.

If you would like to learn more about our agency or one of our many programs, please visit our website at:
www.st-cath.org

Our Mission

St. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth, and improve the lives of the children, families and adults we serve.

Our Vision

St. Catherine’s willingness to embrace change and develop new services is, and will remain, our guiding philosophy as we support the human service needs of children, families, and adults throughout the region.

Position Overview

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for the planning, implementation, and supervision of a high-quality instructional program aligned with New York State Education Department (NYSED) standards and regulations. The Teacher leads the classroom team, ensures fidelity to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and fosters a safe, structured, and trauma-informed learning environment that supports students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.

Position Specifications & Requirements

Education:

• Master of Science degree in Special Education, preferred. Master of Science degree in related educational area of study will be considered.
• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Special Education or related area of study, and the ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-13.
• Bachelor’s degree may be considered if the applicant is currently enrolled in a program that leads to a Master’s degree in Special Education or related educational area of study.
• NYS Certification in Special Education, Literacy or Students with Disabilities, or enrollment in a program that leads to NYS Special Education Teacher Certification within one year of hire.
• Valid New York State certification in Special Education (Students with Disabilities) or related area, or active enrollment in a certification program in accordance with NYSED requirements.

Experience /

Skills:

• Prior teaching experience in a special education setting preferred.
• Knowledge of NYSED regulations, IEP development, and progress monitoring.
• Experience with evidence-based instructional and behavioral practices.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to safely and effectively respond to student crises using approved intervention strategies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment supporting students with significant behavioral and emotional needs.
• Successful completion of all required background checks.
• This role requires a commitment to trauma-informed principles, including:
  • Promoting…