Job Information
Greater Southern Tier BOCES TEACHER, SPECIAL EDUCATION - CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT in Elmira, New York
Applications are continuously being accepted for this position
and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region
LOCATION: Exact location based on need
Students have a variety of management needs. The teacher must be physically able and willing to meet the academic, emotional and physical needs of all students within the classroom, which may consist of the following:
TCI is required for all Special Education Teacher positions
Responsible for complying with State and Federal regulations
Responsible for aligning unit plans/lessons with the NYS standards
Promote positive and cooperative working relationships
Administer standardized tests to assess the strength and skills of the student
Draft appropriate annual goals and short term objectives to present at the annual CSE meeting
Evaluate and re-evaluate short term objectives on a regular basis throughout the school year
Keep anecdotal records on student behaviors or events which may be needed for local CSE decision-making
Adapts and provides educational materials and activities to meet individual needs of students
Collaborates with all related service and support personnel to provide an integrated program that addresses students’ individual academic, behavioral and emotional development
Keep abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications
Consult regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of the student
Plan and coordinate classroom teaching assistant’s time and evaluate performance(s)
Follows the schedule and building procedures of the building of assignment
Carry out all other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Valid NYS Certification in the appropriate area of Special Education
Experience working with students with special needs preferred
The teacher must be physically able and willing to meet the academic, emotional and physical needs of all students within the classroom which may consist of the following:
Heavy lifting (50 pounds or more), feeding, assisting with toileting, diapering, physical restraints, escorting, behavior management plans, getting up and down from the floor, walking with the students and getting into the swimming pool with the students.
SALARY: Per Educational Association Contract. Plus comprehensive benefit package
Job Number: SPE: TEACH-CR