Center for Disability Services·Albany, New York
The Special Education Teacher is responsible for developing and implementing individualized education plans and lesson plans for students. They also manage classroom behavior and maintain regular communication with parents, staff, and program directors.
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The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support. For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere. We are searching for a full-time Special Education Teacher - School Age to join our Langan school!
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
Initial NYS Certification in Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 or Special Education Permanent Master’s degree in Special Education Must be at least 18 years old Must be able to lift 50 pounds independently This position requires a Master’s degree; however, 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. At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices. Compensation Range: $64,470.45 - $73,379.53
Market context
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