Special Education Teacher - Langan School

Education Albany, New York
Salary: USD 49315.50 - 71311.50 Annually

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Join Our Team at The Center for Disability Services and Make a Difference!
At The Center for Disability Services, we're dedicated to offering hope, fostering innovation, and celebrating achievement among the individuals we support. For over 80 years, we've proudly been one of upstate New York’s leading providers of specialized programs and services for individuals with disabilities. Our commitment to innovation means we offer many unique programs and vital services that you won’t find anywhere else.
 
Why Join Us?
  • Sign-on Bonus: We're excited to offer a $6,000 sign-on bonus to new Special Education Teachers joining our Langan School in Albany, NY.
  • Impactful Work: Langan School serves K-12 students from 58 districts in the Capital District region and beyond, focusing on those with multiple disabilities, autism, and traumatic brain injuries. Here, every day presents an opportunity to optimize education for each student’s unique needs while ensuring they enjoy a full childhood and school experience.
  • Goals That Matter: Our ultimate goals for our graduates are independence, community inclusion, and self-determination. As a Special Education Teacher with us, you’ll play a crucial role in helping students achieve these milestones.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s needs.
  • Create comprehensive lesson plans that integrate goals and objectives from all disciplines within the IEP.
  • Monitor and adjust behavior and classroom management techniques as necessary to ensure a supportive learning environment.
  • Maintain open communication with the classroom team, parents, and program directors to enhance student performance and support.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Initial NYS Certification in Special Education.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Special Education with ongoing pursuit of a Master’s Degree in the field.
  • Must be at least 18 years old and capable of lifting 50 pounds independently.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • New York State permanent certification in Special Education.
  • Master's Degree in Special Education.
  • 1 year of specialized teaching experience in the field of special education.
  • Creative and energetic approach to teaching.

Pay range is $49,315.50- $71,311.50 and is commensurate with experience and education.

Why Choose Us?
  • Public Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • 401K and Employer Match
At The Center for Disability Services, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the unique perspectives and talents each individual brings to our team. Join us in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where both employees and the individuals we support can thrive.
 

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