Villa of Hope·Rochester, New York
The Teacher is responsible for instructing students with special and general education needs while maintaining a productive learning environment. Key duties include developing curricula, preparing IEPs, and managing student behavior in accordance with agency policies.
Special Education Teacher - 7-12
Job title: Teacher
Position grade: 82 salary range: $50,000-$64,610 [commensurate with education, level of certification, and experience]
Department/Program: Education
Supervisor: Director of Education
Under the general direction of the Directors of Education, the Teacher is responsible for teaching students with special and general education needs; Carries out all job responsibilities with fidelity and accountability to the Agency’s Mission, Vision, Values, Guiding Principles and Strategic Plan.
Exercises full compliance with the Agency’s Code of Conduct, all Agency policies and procedures and Federal and State laws and regulations.
Maintains confidentiality and security for all client and staff-related materials and/or records.
Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Exercises full compliance with the Justice Center’s Code of Conduct for People with Special Needs.
Maintains productive learning environment within the classroom.
Maintains current knowledge in special education field.
Develops appropriate curriculum for subject area(s).
Prepares IEP’s, report cards, transcripts, progress notes, team reports and other written records; includes such written information to prepare for long term coverage situations.
Uses relevant technology to support instruction.
Demonstrates, promotes and practices cultural sensitivity towards students and staff through respect and understanding achieved through training and Agency cultural activities.
Instructs students.
Market context
New York teacher openings are often shaped by certification needs and district staffing demand, especially in special education and elementary settings. This role is competitive because candidates need a bachelor’s degree, New York State certification, and the physical and travel flexibility to support multiple service locations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification area and special education extension before applying.
Prepares lesson plans and instructional material with attention to NYS curriculum and the individual needs of students.
Establishes and maintains relationships with each student to enhance and promote growth and development
Evaluates and records the academic progress and behavioral status of each student.
Evaluates and recommends instructional materials.
Maintains awareness of current treatment plans of students in his/her class and is perceptive of the impact that relationships and activities may have on treatment plan objectives and reports these observations to the treatment team.
Attends planning and review conferences regarding students in class as scheduled.
Assists in orientation of new education staff.
Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited institution, with current NYS Special Education Teacher certification required
Experience: Relevant teaching experience
Skills: Self-motivated, strong verbal and writing skills, attention to detail, problem-solving, flexible and adaptable
Work is performed primarily in an education setting.
Work entails an ability to handle people and situations with compassion, diplomacy and tact.
Work frequently involves an ability to work cooperatively in a team environment and to problem solve unexpected/unpredictable circumstances and to act appropriately in the event of an emergency.
Work entails an ability to calmly and patiently manage threatening and assaultive situations.
Work requires a willingness to deal with intimate, personal issues.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Good vision is imperative. Must be able to talk and hear well.
Aware and able to use current technology within the classroom; Must have flexibility, patience, and resiliency to deal with sudden crisis and deviation from work plans and schedules.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher and a current NYS Special Education Teacher certification. Relevant teaching experience and the physical ability to perform Therapeutic Crisis Intervention are required.