Special Education Teacher

The Hyde Park Central School District is seeking a dedicated and qualified Special Education Teacher to join our team for an anticipated vacancy at the middle school level. The ideal candidate will be student-centered, committed to inclusive education, and experienced in co-teaching and differentiated instruction.
 

Our Portrait of a HPCSD Employee includes the following qualities: confident learner, effective communicator, adaptable innovator, critical thinker, and responsible citizen. Our schools provide nurturing, respectful environments that develop and support the intellectual, social, emotional, physical and aesthetic development of our students. We celebrate diversity and foster a sense of belonging for all students, emphasizing the importance of contributing to the greater community.
 

Tentative Assignment: Haviland Middle School 

Key Responsibilities:
● Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with
Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and NYSED regulations.
● Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive practices and
co-teaching models.
● Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavior support plans as outlined in
students’ IEPs.
● Use data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed.
● Communicate regularly with families, related service providers, and other members of
the CSE team.
● Maintain accurate and timely documentation including IEP development, progress
reports, and classroom records.
● Participate in team meetings, professional development, and school-based initiatives.
● Promote a positive and respectful learning environment that supports the social emotional and academic development of all students.
 

Qualifications:
 

Required:
● Valid New York State Certification in Special Education (All Grades, SE 5-9 extension, K-12 SE), or Students with Disabilities Certification
● Knowledge of and experience with IEP development and implementation.
● Experience in inclusive classrooms, co-teaching, and differentiated instruction.
 

Preferred:
● Experience working with diverse learners in a secondary school setting.
● Familiarity with restorative practices, culturally responsive pedagogy, and evidence-based instructional strategies.

● AVID experience is a plus
 

Hyde Park Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an inclusive
workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin,
genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
 

Hyde Park Central School District’s new Presidential Perks is a special program designed to help our essential staff save money. We believe that by investing in you, we are investing in the future of our students. Some of our Presidential Perks include
● discounted college tuition
● free counseling,
● pet insurance,
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