Special Education Teacher - Part Time

Portledge School•Locust Valley, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Special Education Teacher provides differentiated instruction and support for students with disabilities and learning differences. Working closely with classroom teachers, families, and outside providers, coordinates accommodations as well as implements support services, and advocates for an inclusive school culture. This role operates in compliance with New York State Education Law and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) while respecting the values and mission of an independent school setting. This is a 10 month, part time position of approximately 20 hours per week.

Requirements

Master’s degree or certification in special education, reading/literacy, curriculum & instruction, or a closely related field required
NYS special education certification required
7+ years of experience in PreK–12 education, including direct work with students with learning differences across multiple age groups required
Training in structured literacy, executive functioning coaching, or UDL required
Belief in the value of all types of diversity, equity, and an inclusive, positive, and student-centered environment required
A commitment to the qualities embodied by the Portledge pillars: Kindness, Honor, Purpose, Respect required
Commitment to excellence and to professional and personal growth required
Ability to develop trusting, supportive relationships with students required

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Section 504, IDEA, and NYSED regulations as they apply to independent schools strongly preferred
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; a natural ability to build trust across a diverse school community strongly preferred
Prior experience in an independent or private school environment strongly preferred
Knowledge of Google Suite and Blackbaud required

Responsibilities

Deliver direct, instruction to students through push-in, pull-out, or in class small group models
Design and implement differentiated lessons aligned to students’ academic needs and grade-level curricula
Provide small-group and individual academic intervention in reading, writing, math, executive functioning, or other areas of need
Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies (e.g., structured literacy, UDL, multisensory approaches)
Partner with general education faculty to plan and facilitate inclusive lessons
Consult regularly with classroom teachers, learning specialists, counselors, and administrators regarding student needs
Build strong, trusting relationships with students and families; participate in parent-teacher conferences and IEP meetings
Liaise with outside providers (psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, resource room providers, tutors) and home-school districts as needed
Collaborate with the Director of Student Support Services and Lead Educational Psychologist to refine school-wide support systems and policies
Administer, score, and interpret educational assessments to inform instruction
Review psychoeducational evaluations and other outside reports
Maintain confidential student records in accordance with FERPA and school policy
Prepare reports, summaries, and accommodation letters as required