What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER position at WNY Maritime Charter School?
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Consultant teacher / Resource Room
Job Summary:
Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings. The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A valid NYS certification in: SPECIAL EDUCATION (Grades 7-12) required
- NYSED Fingerprint Clearance
- Demonstrated ability to work with peers
- Demonstrated ability to work with supervisors
- Ability to motivate and instruct students
- Experience in at least one core content area (preferred)
Essential Job Duties:
- Creates an educational climate that promotes success, independence, a productive atmosphere, and provides students with encouragement, safety, and stimulation.
- Completes weekly resource room lesson plans based on a developmentally appropriate curriculum that follows the New York State Education Department Learning Standards and addresses a student's IEP goals.
- Creates an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and, when necessary, Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) for all students.
- Collaborates with general education teachers to create lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of students based upon their IEP.
- Provide instructional support as a collaborative teacher while providing classroom accommodations based on the student's IEP requirements.
- Demonstrate adequate knowledge of subject matter, critical thinking, and individualized instruction.
- Create, implement, and share effective behavior management techniques or plans.
- Serve as a case manager for a group of special education students, coordinating their accommodations across content areas.
- Attend regular department and grade-level meetings.
- Communicate effectively with parents (through notebooks, phone calls, conferences, district meetings, etc.).
- Complete weekly data collection trackers based on student goals with work samples as stipulated by the IEP (progress and/or in need of growth).
- Complete Quarterly Progress Reports based on data collection.
- Participate in and share appropriate information at CPSE/CSE/Ammendment meetings with school district representatives.
- Maintain client confidentiality within HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines.
Education:
- Bachelor`s Degree in Education or related field. Must obtain Master's degree per NYSED guidelines.
Experience:
- No experience is required; however 3-5 years is preferred.
License/Registration/ Certification:
- NYS Permanent OR Initial Certification in Special Education required;
- All Certification areas are considered and encouraged to apply.
Contact Information:
Dr. Ami Alderman
Commandant/Head of Schools
716-842-6289
a_alderman@wnymcs.com
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Salary: From 45000.00
Salary: To 55000.00
Salary Competitive Y
Appointment Status Annual Contract
Position Status Full time
Required Certification Type Special Education {9010}, Student with Disabilities - Generalist Grades 7-12 {0086}
Contact Person's Name Dr. Ami Alderman
Contact Person's Title Head of Schools
Contact Person's Phone 716-842-6289
Contact Person's Email a_alderman@wnymcs.com
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000