Teacher Special Education - Snell School

Teacher I Special Education (Elementary)

The Teacher I Special Education (Elementary) prepares, plans, and delivers specially designed classroom instruction to meet the diverse needs of Hillside's student population. The Teacher I Special Education supports students' academic and emotional growth based on their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and treatment plans.

Essential Job Functions:

• Plan and deliver specially and individually designed instruction to students with disabilities.
• Establish and enforce rules of behavior for students in the classroom.
• Prepare lessons, units, and projects that align with learning objectives.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of students.
• Create, assign, and grade various assessments for students, including tests, quizzes, essays, and projects based on designated curriculum.
• Implement and monitor the progress of students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with related service providers and clinicians on a regular basis to discuss student progress concerns and determine remedies.
• Communicate with families on a regular basis to discuss student progress and address concerns.
• Develop students' IEPs and participate in Committee for Special Education meetings.
• Collect and analyze student data for instructional planning and progress reporting via IEPs, progress notes, and report cards.
• Administer formative and summative assessments for instructional planning and progress monitoring.
• Provide direction and guidance to support staff working in the classroom.
• Actively participate in Education Department staff meetings.
• Engage in professional learning communities and opportunities.
• Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment for students and staff.
• Recognize and address aggressive student behavior in alignment with learned Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques, including the use of physical intervention.
• While this job description covers many aspects of the role, employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree for initial certification required, with intention to complete Master's program within five years.

Special Requirements:

• New York State Teaching Certificate in Special Education N-6, K-12 or 7-12 with content area specialty (within 6 months of hire)
• Unrestricted, valid NYS driver's license with a clean driving record and minimum insurance coverage that meets agency standards.
• Must be able to work 12-month schedule

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understanding of diverse learning needs, including students with disabilities.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, manage student behavior effectively, and establish routines and procedures that promote student engagement and success.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish rapport with students, build positive relationships, and effectively communicate instructions and expectations.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and administrators to support student success and contribute to a positive school culture.
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in stressful situations.
• Time management skills to prioritize tasks, manage instructional time efficiently, and cover lesson objectives within the allotted time frame.
• Knowledge of basic educational technology tools and resources, such as interactive whiteboards, computers, and educational software, to support instruction and enhance learning experiences.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, reflection, and improvement to enhance teaching practice and stay current with research-based best practices in education.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Must be able to work a variable scheduling including evenings and weekends
• The following physical demands are required:
• Occasional sitting (up to 4 hours)
• Occasional standing (up to 1 hour)
• Occasional walking (up to 2.5 hours)
• Occasional driving (up to 8 hours)
• Continuous balancing (up to 8 hours)
• Occasional balancing, bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching forward or down, reaching overhead, running, and twisting (up to 2.5 hours)
• Weekly lifting up to 50 lbs. (community-based staff may be required to lift an empty wheelchair weighing up to 50 lbs.), 10-15 lbs. on a daily basis
• Weekly carrying up to 55 lbs. approximately 10-100 ft., 10-15 lbs. on a daily basis
• Manual dexterity is required, including the frequent ability to grasp in both hands and continuous use of fine manipulation skills in both hands (approximately 1-2.5 hrs.)
• Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, gases or chemicals is apparent.
• Protective clothing or equipment as required:
  Close toed shoes;
  Protective Shields, Universal Precaution PPE, Gloves for toileting and food preparation
• Ability to change positions as needed

Special Considerations:

May be required to physically restrain clients weighing between 50 lbs.…