Special Education Teacher - Technology Teacher

Job Title:Special Education Teacher- Technology Teacher Department:Education Services

Position Summary: Enable students to develop pro-social and academic skills, in accordance with NYSED guidelines, agency standards, and applicable laws and regulations

Department

Gateway Longview’s Education programs support K through 12thgrade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges.

Agency

Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Flexible working options; generous Paid Time Off; up to 13 paid holidays per year; medical dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 403b with employer matching and health savings accounts; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs

Compensation

$41,334 - $56,970 (yearly)

* Offers based on education and years of relevant experience

Professional Development Opportunities

Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.

Primary Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively manage a 6:1:1 specialized classroom
• Write specific lesson plans that adhere to the Common Core; are chronologically and developmentally appropriate; reflect differentiated instruction techniques; incorporate technology, and are creative
• Effectively incorporate support staff into the classroom program
• Develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in accordance with current New York State Education and agency practices, procedures, and policies
• Formulate long-term goals and short-term objectives and implement all goals on each student’s IEP
• Assure that IEP mandates are fulfilled and document progress toward goals on the IEP
• Make appropriate academic recommendations as a result of testing, professional judgment, and student needs
• Engage students in activities that are interesting, meaningful, and individualized to reflect each student’s developmental level
• Help each student to mature academically, socially, and emotionally
• Effectively collaborate with stakeholders involved in child’s education, i.e. Parents, Related Services, Counselors, Aides, and Administrators
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• New York State Certification in appropriate special area
• Valid New York State driver’s license
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, compassion, patience, and active listening
• Ability to effectively work with individuals from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds, beliefs, customs, and lifestyles
• Ability to physically restrain if required

We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.