Special Education Teacher (Master's Level) - Queensbury, NY

Center for Disability Services • Queensbury, NY

56d • Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Disability Services is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher - School Age to join their Prospect Center in Queensbury, NY. For 80 years, they have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities, offering innovative programs and vital services not available elsewhere. They are committed to making a difference and shaping a more inclusive future.

Requirements

• Initial NYS Certification in Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 or Special Education
• Master’s degree in Special Education
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds independently

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree may be hired initially, as New York State allows individuals with an Initial Certification to teach while completing their Master’s degree within a five-year timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing students’ Individualized Education Plans
• Develop and implement lesson plans incorporating goals/objectives from all disciplines of each student's IEP.
• Implements and monitors behavior and classroom management plans/techniques when necessary
• Develops and adheres to an established daily schedule making daily modifications/adjustments as required
• Maintains communication with classroom team, parents and program directors regarding students' performance
• Develops lesson plans incorporating the IEP goals and objectives for each student
• Reinforces appropriate student behavior by utilizing progressive discipline techniques
• Establishes communicates and monitors clear expectations for both students and classroom staff

What This Job Offers

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