Secondary Special Education Teacher Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027

ANTICIPATED (2026-27 School Year)

SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

The following position is posted in accordance with the negotiated agreement:

POSITION: 1.0 FTE - The Akron Central School District is seeking applicants for one (1)

secondary special education teachers (Probationary Appointment)

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of New York State Learning Standards, resources and classroom management
• Understanding of various disabilities, teaching strategies, and behavioral management
  
  

techniques.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to create a positive student-centered learning
  
  

environment.

• Utilization of student assessments and data processes to identify programmatic needs, as well
  
  

as target support for individual students.

• Collaborate with faculty and grade level teams to design, modify, and implement effective
  
  

lesson (unit) plans following an ICT model.

• Knowledge of the principles and methods for instruction at the Secondary level.
• Demonstrate ability to design and implement lessons to meet the learning needs of students
  
  

with varying levels of ability.

• Strong knowledge of IEP development and instructional best
• NYS fingerprint clearance and required professional development workshop completion.
  
  

Position Requirements

• 1.0 FTE Secondary Special Education Teacher
• Delivery of Specially Designed Instruction using a variety of instructional models.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA, NYS Part 200 regulations, and IEP development and
  
  

implementation.

• Understanding of various disabilities, teaching strategies, and behavioral management
  
  

techniques.

• Required progress monitoring and reporting per regulation requirements
• Ongoing training and workshops to stay updated on best practices and legal requirements in
  
  

special education.

Required Nys Certifications

• NYS Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 and NYS Students with Disabilities Certification 7-12 (or 5-9 extension) OR
• *Certification in Content Area 7-12 (Any content area-Science and Math preferred) OR
• NYS Students with Disabilities K-12
  

START DATE: September 1, 2026

SALARY: Compensation as per District/AFA Collective Bargaining Agreement

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: June 12, 2026

Interested applicants apply on-line at: www.akronschools.org/wnyriccertified

Job Attachment : View Attachment

Appointment Status : Probationary

Position Status : Full time

Start Date : 9/1/2026

Required Certification Type : Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 {9014}, Student with Disabilities - Generalist Grades 7-12 {0086}, Students with Disabilities (All Grades) {0254}

Technology Literacy : Experience Using Technology As An Instructional Tool, Google Apps for Education, Promethean Boards and Smart Boards

Additional Job Information : Salary: Per District. AFA Collective Bargaining Agreement

Contact Person's Name : Mrs. Mary Fial

Contact Person's Title : Director of Special Education

Contact Person's Phone : 716-542-5077

Contact Person's Email : mfial@akronk12.org

Job Posting Link : www.akronschools.org/district/employment/job-opportunities