Special Education Teacher – 6:1:1 Classroom (2025-2026)

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed
• Participates in Committee in Special Education meetings and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans (“IEP”) for students
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students’ IEP’s and behavior management plans
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials according to NYS Standards
• Instructs students in the principles of the “Spartan Way” and other subject matters
• Promotes a classroom environment that is culturally diverse, safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending professional development opportunities
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws
• Encourages parent(s)/guardian(s) involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and families
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school’s standards and district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior in the classroom
• Selects and requests appropriate and diverse books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records

Additional Functions/Responsibilities: 

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding performance and professional growth and cultural awareness
• Ability to engage culturally diverse students
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Works in standard office and school building environments

Equipment:

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone

Travel Requirements:

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Qualifications Profile:

• NYS Certification as an Elementary Special Education Teacher
• Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation

Education:

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment
• Masters Degree in Special Education preferred

Experience:

• Successful prior Special Education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred
• Experience working with students with complex behavioral needs
• Experience working with a diverse population of students desired