Special Education Teacher for Elementary (K-5)

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Albion Central School District
324 East Avenue
Albion, New York 14411

STAFF VACANCY FOR:
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
GRADE RANGE: ELEMENTARY (K-5)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Special Education Teacher or relevant role
• Comprehensive knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies
• Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities
• Valid New York State certificate in Special Education
• BS in Special Education; MS is a plus

Essential Duties:
Educator will be responsible for teaching groups of students with a range of disabilities. You will develop, monitor and adjust instruction to promote the growth of our students which includes their intellectual emotional, social and physical well-being.

Responsibilities:

• Assess childrens' skills and learning requirements
• Assess students' abilities and craft teaching plans
• Adapt learning materials to meet students' needs
• Design Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs)
• Communicate the established objectives and expectations to students, parents and classroom teachers regarding IEP goals and curriculum standards
• Collaborate with parents and school staff to track students' progress
• Inform parents about their children's performance and potential problems
• Keep track of and reflect on students' progress
• Monitor children's behavioral patterns and arrange appropriate interventions as needed
• Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict
• Prepare students for transition to the next grade
• Coach/mentor other professionals who work with children with disabilities
• Collaborate with the support staff (e.g. school counselors and speech therapists) to create holistic intervention plans
• Assist the administration in implementing all District policies and/or building regulations and procedures governing student life and conduct
• Attend scheduled meetings; serve on District and building committees
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, by District policy, regulations and building procedures
• Provide for own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars and conferences
• Perform other duties as required by Building Principal and /or District

Desired Qualities

• Value Everyone, Everyday, Everywhere: Passionate about closing the achievement gap and ensuring that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, receives an excellent educational experience.
• Learn today, Lead Tomorrow: Coaches, mentors, and challenges others to excel despite obstacles and challenging situations.
• Committed to Continuous Improvement: Excels in seeking out professional development opportunities in an effort to stay current in addressing the shifting needs and/or priorities of our students, their families and staff.
• Share the Work Celebrate the Success: Increases the effectiveness of surrounding teams through collaboration, constant learning and supporting others; sensitive to diversity in all its forms; respects and is committed to learning from others
• Communication and Customer Service Skills: Communicates clearly and compellingly with diverse stakeholders in both oral and written forms; anticipates and responds to stakeholder needs in a high-quality and courteous manner.

Qualifications:
NYS Certification in Students with Disabilities (SWD), Birth-Grade 2 and Grades 1-6 or Permanent Special Education
Terms of Employment: Ten-month year, salary to be established by the Board of Education; following the ATA contract
Evaluation: Completed by Administration and follows ATA contract
START DATE TO BE DETERMINED









Building/Location : Elementary School

Position Status : Full time

Start Date : To Be Determined

Certification Type : Special Education {9010}

Additional Job Information : ALBION CENTRAL SCHOOL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Contact Person's Title : Superintendent's Secretary

Contact Person's Phone : 5855892055

Contact Person's Email : cishmael@albionk12.org

Job Posting Link : https://www.albionk12.org/district/district-office/employment/index

Posting Link : https://www.albionk12.org/