Special Education Teacher- Middle School

Special Education (All Grades Or Permanent Special Education Or Students With Disabilities (Adolescent Grades 7-12) Or Students With Disabilities (Middle Childhood Grades 5-9)

We are seeking highly qualified (NYS certified) applicants to apply to this vacancy. However, we will consider individuals who are currently in the process of obtaining their NYS certification and will be certified by September 1, 2026.

Teacher expectations overview:

• Knowledge of NYS instructional standards in special education and differentiated instructional strategies
• Excellent student engagement skills with a goal of achieving mastery through a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to each student
• Effective classroom management skills
• Excellent parent engagement and relationship building skills
• Participates with colleagues as a collaborative team player
• Understands urban schools and communities
• Supports the district's goals of equity, literacy and graduation concerning all students
• Ability to inspire students to learn and make learning fun
• Models a growth mindset
• Ability to use classroom technology

This will be an ongoing recruitment process until filled.