Job description

Work in an exciting and meaningful field teaching children with developmental disabilities. 

We are seeking 2 Teachers of Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 to provide comprehensive services to reflect each student's developmental level.

Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose.

Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences. 

You’ll do this by:

• Serving as the subject matter expert, working directly with identifying, developing and implementing appropriate instructional strategies, materials, equipment and environmental factors that will maximize a student's individual needs

• Drafting appropriate annual goals and short-term objectives to present at the annual CSE meeting, evaluating and re-evaluating the short-term objectives on a regular basis 

• Possessing the critical thinking skills to effectively assess, develop and deliver training and information to establish and maintain strong relationships and regularly communicate scholars' progress towards goals 

Why this is a great job:

You will make a difference! 

As a Teacher of Students with Disabilities 1-6 you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students. 

Along with making a difference, you will receive:

 Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities

• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth

 What you bring to our team:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university 

• Valid NYS Certification in Special Education (1-6)

• Experience preparing sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student’s assessed needs, IEP goals and objectives, functioning, and motivational levels

• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills