Probationary Special Education Teacher

PROBATIONARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Anticipated Placement: Rombout Middle School

Position Overview: The Beacon City School District is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Secondary Special Education Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidates are 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 specially designed instruction (SDI) to students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive practices and ensure students' access to the curriculum.
• Conduct assessments and progress monitoring to track student growth and inform instructional decisions.
• Develop, write, and maintain IEPs, ensuring compliance with NYS regulations and timelines.
• Implement evidence-based instructional and behavioral strategies tailored to student needs.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, goals, and strategies for home support.
• Participate in CSE meetings, multidisciplinary teams, and building-level RTI/MTSS processes.
• Maintain clear documentation, progress notes, and reports in accordance with district and state policies.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and structured classroom environment that promotes student independence and success.
• Preferred experience with inclusive and/or special class settings, knowledge of multisensory instructional strategies, familiarity with assistive technology and accommodations, strong understanding of RTI/MTSS frameworks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or Literacy or related field
• Valid New York State teaching certification in Students with Disabilities—Grade 5-9 and/or Literacy Grades 5-12

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with IEP development software and data collection systems
• Prior experience with instruction to support literacy skills and/or specialized reading instruction

Compensation per BTA Contract