Special Education Teacher Middle School
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Job Description
Special Education Teacher (Middle School)
Position Overview:
Cedarhurst NY
Employment Type: FullTimeThe school is a supportive and inclusive educational institution in Cedarhurst NY is seeking a dedicated Middle School Special Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction to students with diverse learning needs. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing classroom environment implement differentiated instructional strategies and work collaboratively with students families and staff to promote academic and social growth.
Key Responsibilities:Instruction & Student Support:- Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to student needs.
- Provide engaging differentiated instruction in core academic subjects while addressing students unique learning styles.
- Utilize evidencebased teaching strategies to support students with learning disabilities autism ADHD and other exceptionalities.
- Implement behavior management strategies to promote a positive and structured classroom environment.
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Work closely with general education teachers therapists and paraprofessionals to support student learning.
- Maintain ongoing communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and goals.
- Participate in IEP meetings progress monitoring and datadriven instructional planning.
- Assessment & Progress Monitoring:
- Conduct formative and summative assessments to track student progress.
- Maintain accurate records of student achievements behavior and interventions.
- Adjust instructional strategies based on data and student performance.
- Compliance & Professional Development:
- Ensure adherence to state and federal special education regulations (IDEA Section 504 etc..
- Maintain confidentiality and advocate for students educational needs.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in special education.
- Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree in Special Education or a related field Masters preferred.
- Certification: New York State Special Education Teaching Certification (Grades 59 or 712 required.
- Experience: Prior experience working with middle school students with disabilities is strongly preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
- Ability to create individualized and inclusive learning environments.
- Excellent collaboration and communication abilities.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Structured Teaching and SocialEmotional Learning (SEL).
- Familiarity with assistive technology and multisensory instructional strategies.
- Proficiency in using IEP software and data collection tools.
- Work Environment & Schedule:
- Fulltime position following the School calendar.
- Based in a supportive and collaborative school setting focused on student growth.
Employment Type
Full-Time
