Special Education Teacher - PMS

Special Education Teacher

Position:
Special Education Teacher Poughkeepsie Middle School

Qualifications:

New York State Certified in Students with Disabilities (secondary 7-12, dual certification in SWD/ELA & SWD/Math);
Graduate of a four-year regionally accredited college or a higher institution approved by the New York State Education Department.

Job Summary:

Position requires the planning, organization, and implementation of the appropriate instructional program to address the learning needs of the students; to guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their potential in both curricular and extracurricular activities.

Duties:
To provide quality educational experiences that guarantee student development, interprets, and transmit ideas effectively. Key objectives are: mastery of subject matter, skill development, formation of positive attitudes, problem-solving, active participation and good citizenship. Work closely with parents in guiding the growth and development of students. With consideration to each student's IEP, one must:
Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate learning experiences;
Develop lesson plans;
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities;
Prepare classroom for class activities;
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities;
Identify and utilize different instructional resources and methods to support the learning needs of students at varying levels of progress;
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment;
Provide for the care and protection of school property;
Use relevant technology to support instruction;
Observe and evaluate student performance and development;
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments as appropriate;
Provide appropriate feedback on student work;
Monitor and encourage individual student progress;
Provide guidance to students which will promote educational development;
Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development;
Update records accurately and completely as required by laws and district policies;
Prepare required reports on students and activities;
Manage student behavior and maintain discipline by establishing classroom rules and procedures and enforcing classroom, school, and district rules and procedures;
Participate in department, school and district meetings and professional development activities as appropriate;
Stay current with the most recent developments in appropriate subject areas as initiated by the school or district;
Cooperate with and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the total school program;
Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians;
Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Appointment:
Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.

Effective Date:
September 1, 2026

Salary:
In accordance with the PPSTA contract

Final Date for Filing:
Open until filled