Position Title

.5 FTE Special Education Teacher

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

$58,725 (BA Step 1) - $64,800 (MA Step 1)

Job Description

.5 FTE ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

(Sargent)

Position Overview: The Beacon City School District is seeking a dedicated and compassionate .5 FTE Elementary Special Education Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate is committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs, collaborates well with colleagues and families, and maintains a student-centered approach to instruction and behavior support.

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized instruction to students in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Collaborate with teachers to support inclusion and co-teaching opportunities
• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans and accommodations/modifications
• Monitor and report student progress toward IEP goals and objectives
• Conduct and participate in Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations regarding special education services
• Culturally responsive instructional practices to support student learning needs
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes academic and social-emotional growth

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid New York State teaching certification in Students with Disabilities—Birth–Grade 2, Grades 1–6, or All Grades.
• Experience working with students with a range of disabilities
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of best practices in differentiated instruction, behavior management, and progress monitoring
• Prior teaching experience preferred, experience in co-taught settings preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with inclusive classrooms or co-teaching
• Familiarity with IEP development software and data collection systems
   

Compensation Per BTA Contract

Job Category

Teacher

Job Location

Sargent Elementary

Additional Information