Master Teacher

St Catherine s Center for Children • Town of Guilderland, NY

1d • $62,352 - $74,500

About The Position

The Special Education Master Teacher supervises the classroom team and is responsible for planning and implementing the educational program for each student assigned to the classroom. The Master Teacher leads and coordinates the work of all classroom staff on a daily basis.

Requirements

• Master’s degree is required. Master of Science degree in Special Education, preferred. Master of Science degree in related educational area of study may be considered.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Special Education or related area of study will be considered if the applicant is currently pursuing Master’s degree in Special Education or related educational area of study.
• NYS Certification in Special Education, Literacy or Students with Disabilities, required.
• Ability to work with students who exhibit significant emotional, behavioral and interpersonal challenges, mental health diagnoses and trauma history (ages 5-13).
• Prior supervisory experience, highly preferred.
• At least one year of relevant experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in various computer applications such as Microsoft Office, Google, and use secure Internet practices.
• Outstanding communication skills, in both oral and written forms.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive data with strict confidentiality.
• Demonstrated placidity and patience; flexibility and adaptability.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a human services agency is a plus!
• Experience with AWARDS is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementing the IEP and Treatment Plan for each student in the classroom.
• Constructs daily and weekly lesson plans utilizing the goals and objectives from the IEP and Treatment Plan.
• Consults with special service teachers in coordinating the planning and implementation of the IEP and Treatment Plans.
• Responsible for mapping the curriculum using the Rubicon Atlas Curriculum Mapping website.
• Oversees the Teacher Assistant and other classroom staff as assigned.
• Maintains a mediational and therapeutic classroom environment in order to promote appropriate social interaction among the students and staff members.
• Responsible for maintaining an orderly and aesthetically pleasing classroom environment.
• Assists students in developing emotional, coping and social, problem solving skills.
• Responsible for the informal evaluations of the Teacher Assistant assigned to their classroom team.
• Responsible for enforcing the St. Catherine’s Center for Children agency and R&E May School policies and procedures.
• Is responsible for the initial level of progressive discipline.
• Additional position-related duties as assigned by the Director of Day Treatment (Principal).
• Provides individualized, whole class, and small group instruction to the students daily, in accordance with the IEP and Treatment Plans.
• Assumes responsibility for the supplementing and supplanting of instruction conducted by the Teacher Assistant.
• May co-teach in the classroom with the Teacher Assistant or special service teachers when appropriate for the students.
• The Special Education Teacher is responsible for participating in required trainings, planned in-service and case discussions within the agency. It is also required that the Teachers engage in seminars or lectures in the community which would lead to professional growth. At times, the Teacher may be called upon to present in-service seminars within the agency.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay with an Excellent Benefits Package
• Health Insurance options: Medical, Dental and Vision
• $600 Well-being Reimbursement Benefit
• Generous Combined Leave Time (CLT) and Paid Holidays!
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• We are a 501(c) (3) agency, which is a qualifying employer for eligible staff under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pension Plan with Generous Agency Contribution
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan
• Life Insurance – Automatic Benefit at no cost to employee
• Paid Training, including TCI and CPR/AED/First Aid Certification & Update courses, if role appropriate
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Travel/ Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities
• The Comfort of a Business Casual Environment
• Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level