Special Education Teacher
Individual Skills Development
Acadia Middle School
1.0 FTE Probationary Position
Shenendehowa Central School District anticipates a vacancy and is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. The District is seeking culturally proficient individuals who actively foster an engaging environment where students can develop confidence in their own success consistent with the Profile of a Shenendehowa Employee.
Compensation & Benefits
Step 1 - $55,919/yr (min) + $6,000 annual stipend
STA Collective Bargaining Agreement
Certifications/Qualifications
- NYS Special Education Certification
- Experience working with students with significant cognitive and developmental disabilities preferred.
- Knowledge of alternate assessment and functional curriculum frameworks.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct instruction using evidence-based strategies tailored to each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
- Implement a functional academic curriculum focused on communication, social interaction, independence, and pre-vocational skills.
- Support students in activities of daily living and foster independence across school settings.
- Collect data and progress monitor student goals and objectives aligned to IEPs.
- Collaborate with related service providers, teaching assistants, general education teachers, and families.
- Create a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment that fosters student growth.
- Facilitate mainstreaming opportunities as appropriate.
- Participate in team meetings, annual reviews, and professional development activities.
- Maintain compliance with state and federal special education laws and district policies.
Application Deadline – August 18, 2025
External Applicants: Apply via RecruitFront
Internal Applicants: Apply via SchoolFront
Anticipated Start Date – September 1, 2025
Shenendehowa Central School District is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, gender, disability which can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status or any other classification protected by law.