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