Special Education Teacher (Elementary)
Job Location:
Wakefield, NY - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 63302 - 119318
Posted:
3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
30 September 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Title: Special Education Teacher (Elementary)
Qualifications:
- Valid DESE Special Education Teacher license required
- Masters Degree preferred
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in both inclusion and small-group/resource settings
- Co-teach and collaborate with general education teachers to support access to grade-level curriculum and instruction
- Adapt and differentiate curriculum instruction and assessments based on individual student needs and IEP goals
- Develop implement and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) including measurable goals accommodations modifications and transition planning
- Use data from formal and informal assessments to guide instruction intervention planning and progress monitoring
- Maintain accurate and timely special education documentation including progress reports and compliance requirements
- Participate in evaluations and re-evaluations including administering assessments and contributing to educational reports
- Collaborate with general education staff related service providers administrators and families to support student success and inclusion
- Facilitate and/or participate in IEP meetings and team meetings as required
- Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress strengths and areas of need
- Support implementation of positive behavioral supports and intervention plans as needed
- Foster a positive inclusive classroom environment that supports academic growth independence and self-advocacy
- Supervise and support paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom or students
- Integrate technology and evidence-based instructional practices to enhance learning and engagement
- Participate in building-based meetings professional development and school-wide initiatives
- Support school-wide expectations culture and student belonging
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Special Education Administrator
Salary Range:$63302-$119318 annually depending on experience and education (commensuratewith Unit A salary schedule)
Required Experience:
IC