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Special Education Teacher

Job Description

We are currently seeking Special Education teachers at both the Elementary and Secondary levels. These are full-time probationary positions. Applicants should be highly qualified (NYS certified) applicants to apply to these vacancies Special Education (ALL GRADES), Special Education (Permanent) OR Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6) AND Students with Disabilities (Grades 7-12) However, we will consider individuals who are currently in the process of obtaining appropriate NYS certification and will be certified within the school year.        

Teacher expectations overview:

  • Knowledge of NYS Instructional Standards in special education and differentiated instructional strategies
  • Excellent student engagement skills with a goal of achieving mastery through a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to each student
  • Effective classroom management skills
  • Excellent parent engagement and relationship building skills
  • Participates with colleagues as a collaborative team player
  • Understands urban schools and communities
  • Supports the district goals of equity, literacy and graduation concerning all students
  • Ability to inspire students to learn and make learning fun
  • Models a growth mindset
  • Ability to use classroom technology

Interested applicants please submit a cover letter and resume to: cmahoney@cohoes.org and tgarceau@cohoes.org.

Excellent benefits including NYS retirement; salary is based upon experience and the CTA contract range is from $48,904 to 62,014

This will be an on-going recruitment process until filled.


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