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Special Education Teacher - Amherst

The Summit Center

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#Autism#Developmental Disabilities#Evidence-Based Services#Instructional Strategies#Behavioral Challenges#Special Education#Casebooks#Support Service Personnel
#Students With Disabilities Certificate
#NYS Special Education Certification
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$64,575 - $64,575 / YEARPosted 2 days ago

Location

Town of Amherst, New York

Salary

$64,575 - $64,575 / YEAR

Quick overview

Lead a collaborative team to manage a classroom environment and provide tailored instruction for students with developmental challenges. Act as a case manager overseeing student progress, data collection, and coordination with support personnel and families.

Requirements summary

A Bachelor's degree in Special Education is required, while a Master's degree is preferred. Candidates must hold or be working toward a NYS Special Education Permanent or Students with Disabilities certificate.

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Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day

Position: Special Education Teacher

Pay: $61,500 with no certification, $64,575/year with certification & sign-on bonus available

Location: Amherst, NY

Schedule

  • Monday –
  • Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 37.5 hrs./week

The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.

  • Why Work With Us?
  • Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!)
  • Up to 12 days of paid time off
  • 14–16 paid holidays annually
  • Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
  • 401K with up to 4% employer match
  • Life and long-term disability insurance

Your Impact as a Special Education Teacher

  • As a Special Education Teacher, you will lead a collaborative team and manage all aspects of your classroom environment. You will provide tailored instruction to meet each student’s unique needs, coordinate with professionals from various disciplines, and serve as the case manager responsible for overseeing the progress and support of your assigned students.
  • Establish and monitor individual casebooks, data collection and charting systems
  • Manage behavioral challenges
  • Supervise and manage activities of aides assigned to the classroom
  • Assure that appropriate curriculum is established and implemented
  • Organize an effective classroom environment
  • Administer appropriate and effective instructional strategies

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Profit sharing
  • 401K with employer match
  • Annual raises
  • Paid school breaks
  • Medical opt-out payment

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The Summit Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS. Federal Tax ID (EIN): 16-1095750. We provide life-changing services for children and adults with autism so that every individual can achieve their full potential. With 500+ employees serving more than...

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IndustryPrimary and Secondary Education
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
HQGetzville, NY
Founded1973

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  • Coordinate and collaborate with Support Service Personnel
  • Collaborate and effectively communicate with families and external service providers
  • Demonstrate professional knowledge of children with developmental disabilities
  • Demonstrate professional writing skills
  • Assure deadlines are met
  • Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect
  • EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

    Bachelors degree in Special Education required, Masters degree in Special Education preferred.

    Certificates, licenses, registrations

    NYS Special Education Permanent certificate or Students with Disabilities certificate or actively working toward certification

    At The Summit Center, you’ll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference.

    Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker!

    Market context

    New York classroom teacher demand remains steady

    In New York, classroom teacher roles are typically shaped by steady school staffing needs and competition for educators who can demonstrate strong instruction and classroom leadership. This role is competitive because it calls for advanced chess knowledge, proven teaching experience, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while supporting student success. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to show concrete teaching results and leadership examples.

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