High School Special Education Teacher
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Compensation
$80,000-$85,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
About the RoleSeeking a compassionate and dedicated High School Special Education Teacher committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment for students with diverse needs. The ideal candidate will develop and implement individualized educational programs that support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement, and manage IEPs in compliance with state standards
- Differentiate and adapt curriculum to meet diverse learning needs
- Implement life skills curriculum
- Integrate Behavior Intervention Plans as directed from the BCBA
- Provide push-in, pull-out, small group, and one-on-one instruction
- Utilize effective classroom and behavioral management strategies
- Conduct assessments and monitor student progress through data and standardized testing
- Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams
- Maintain accurate documentation and participate in IEP meetings
- Foster a positive, inclusive classroom culture where students feel supported and empowered
- Educating students ages 13-18
Qualifications & Skills
- MA/MS required
- One of the following NYS certifications required:
- Students with Disabilities (Birth–2nd Grade), Initial or Professional
- Teacher of Speech & Language Disabilities (TSSLD), Initial or Professional
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Experience with curriculum development and differentiated instruction
- Knowledge of behavioral management and childhood development principles
- Experience in private or urban school settings preferred
- Commitment to inclusive education and student advocacy
Compensation: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
MISSION
Our mission is to partner with families and our community to capitalize on the strengths of our neurodiverse students. We do this through an individualized teaching model to ensure academic, language, behavioral, and social-emotional success.
We celebrate variations of how they think, learn, and process information. Every student’s learning style is respected to foster self-confidence, resilience and autonomy. We have created a school community experience that works effectively for all.
We celebrate our students for who they are by:
- Embracing their uniqueness, talents, and passions
- Bridging the gap of all neurotypes
- Teaching self-advocacy skills and encouraging autonomy
- Committing to their success in a welcoming community that embraces diversity and inclusion
Philosophy
The Shirley Aninias School is a developmentally oriented program committed to our unique learners. Our Whole Child Approach prioritizes the full scope of a child’s developmental needs (cognitive, social-emotional, behavioral, fine, gross motor, and health development) to ensure that every child reaches their full potential.
We emphasize social, language, and behaviorally rich learning experiences in and out of school for each child. We value relationship-centered learning environments in the areas of academics, social, emotional, speech-language, for deeper learning that provides an integrated student support to ensure progress.
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FAQs About High School Special Education Teacher Jobs at The Shirley Aninias School
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This job at The Shirley Aninias School is located in New York, New York, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at The Shirley Aninias School?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $80,000 and $85,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at The Shirley Aninias School?
The Shirley Aninias School lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at The Shirley Aninias School?
The Shirley Aninias School is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by The Shirley Aninias School for this role?
The Shirley Aninias School offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, and Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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