School Age Special Education Teacher- $10,000 Sign on Bonus!

Dayforce•Buffalo, NY

13h

About The Position

The Arc Erie County New York has been supporting children and adults with disabilities, and their families in achieving their desired quality of life by creating opportunities through comprehensive services for over 65 years. Position Now Available: Special Education Teacher At The Arc Erie County NY, we love our students, staff and our jobs! We are always striving to achieve wherever we are and play a huge hand in shaping the future of our students. We are looking for innovative, creative and problem-solving people who can help shape our culture by a forward-looking agency that’s proud of our legacy. Shift: Mon- Fri, 37.50 hours/week – hour times may vary Pay Rate: $30/hr. + based off Degree level Job Summary We are seeking Special Education (SPED) Teachers for our School Age program in Cheektowaga, NY. The successful candidate: Evaluates students with disabilities skills and determine their educational needs Modify general lessons to meet students’ needs Create activities that are specific to each student’s abilities Participates with team members (Therapists, Assistant Principals, Principal) in assuring continuity between education & home environment Supervises a Teacher Assistant(s) in implementing student objectives Position Summary: Plans and implements instructional program for each child assigned to him/her. Communicates regularly with parents and other team members concerning each child’s needs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in special education PLUS, Permanent/Professional New York State Certification in Special Education OR Provisional/Initial New York State Certification in Special Education. Master’s Degree level teachers are expected to perform in the above-mentioned responsibilities with greater independence and efficiency than that of a bachelor’s degree level teacher.
Bachelor’s degree in special education PLUS, Permanent/Professional New York State Certification in Special Education OR a Provisional/Initial New York State Certification in Special Education
sensitivity, respect, cooperation, willingness to learn new things
Must have thorough knowledge of principles and practices of curriculum development for children with developmental disabilities. Ability to plan, implement and document individualized educational programming. Demonstrate understanding and application of behavior management techniques. Ability to supervise other staff members.
Sensitivity and respect for children with developmental disabilities and their families at all times. Ability to work cooperatively with others. Willingness to accept and perform duties and responsibilities not ordinarily associated with the position in cases of emergency or when unusual or unpredictable circumstances arise. Willingness to grow and further develop personal and professional performance. Willingness to attend specific training may be required by the position and/or recommended by supervisor. Demonstrated skill in formulating and documenting appropriate behavioral objectives for children with exceptional needs.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement Individualized Educational Program.
Assess and prescribe appropriate educational and behavioral objectives for each child.
Evaluate results of educational programs and reassess children’s needs.
Provide supportive and consistent learning experiences for children.
With other teaching specialists, assess and monitor individual social and personal needs of children to ensure that each child is receiving all necessary services. Participate with Team members in assuring continuity between the educational and home environments.
Immediately report all accidents/incidents to appropriate staff members and complete all required paperwork.
Assist students while in the water during swimming programs.
Initiate, schedule and conduct IEP conferences as appropriate.
Upon request of supervisor attend CPSE/CSE meetings.
Maintain confidentiality of information and records in accordance with legal requirements and agency policy and procedures.
Supervise teacher aides and assistants in implementing individual objectives.
Supervise volunteers in implementing individual objectives.
Participate in staff, parent, and ad hoc committee meetings for the purpose of assuring maximum educational opportunities for children.
Participate in in-service training activities.
Utilize agency Employee Handbook and department program handbook.
Assist and supervise student teachers and interns.
Submit an annual inventory of supplies and equipment to Assistant Principal (s).
Project future need of supplies and equipment in a timely manner.
Recommend purchases to the Assistant Principal.