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1.0 Probationary Special Education Teacher (15:1) -Transit Middle School

Williamsville Central School District • East Amherst, NY • 1d ago

Job Details

Job ID: 5871684

Job Description

POSITION: 1.0 Probationary Special Education Teacher (15:1)

Standards Based Self-Contained Classroom Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid New York State Education Department certification in Special Education

ESSENTIAL CORE CHARACTERISTICS:

Possess experience in Special Education, as well as comprehensive knowledge relative to working with students who present with significant learning delays, as well as difficulties managing behavior, coping with frustration, following multi-step directions and/or regulating emotion.

Possess knowledge of a variety of disabilities and the potential effects upon a student's learning progress, functioning and behavior.

Possess a strong working knowledge of Federal and State Mandates pertaining to students with disabilities.

Possess demonstrated skill in Functional Behavioral Assessment and development of Behavioral Intervention Plans.

Possess well-developed written and oral communication skills, and proven ability to interact positively with students, parents and colleagues.

Possess an ability to work effectively as a member of a collaborative team as well as schedule and coordinate a variety of service providers.

Possess effective case management and resource management skills.

Possess demonstrated experience in differentiated instruction and applying research- based instructional approaches.

Possess skill at interpreting and analyzing student data to differentiate instruction in order to meet both NYS learning standards and individual student needs.

Possess the ability to remain flexible and respond effectively as emergent classroom situations warrant.

Possess a comprehensive understanding of the Common Core and New York State Learning Standards in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide content area standards based instruction to students in a self-contained classroom.

Evaluate and monitor each student in terms of his/her progress toward attainment of specified learning goals.

Coordinate efforts of instructional and support teams.

Develop behavioral intervention plans, monitor behavior and develop appropriate intervention strategies.

Develop Individualized Education Plans and integrated goals.

Facilitate the inclusion of students with disabilities in the general education environment.

Coordinate the provision of various related services and work collaboratively with treatment providers, general education teachers, support staff and administration.

Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with parents, colleagues, building and district administration, as well as other team members regarding the needs of students enrolled in the class.

Maintain confidentiality and abide by all FERPA provisions.

Participate in-school community outside of the classroom and school day through involvement in extracurricular activities.

Other responsibilities as assigned by Building Administration, the Coordinator for Special Education, or the Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional Education and Student Services.

This is a ten (10) month position. Participation in a special education summer school (6 weeks, full academic day) is strongly encouraged.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SALARY: $47,200 - $53,700

Per WTA Contract

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 13, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Internal: District employees ( Probationary and tenured teachers requesting a transfer within their current tenure area, Teaching Assistants who are currently fully certified in the appropriate tenure area ) may apply by submitting a letter of interest to Human Resources with a copy to the building principal. The original signed letters of interest must be submitted by the end of the day on August 13, 2026.

External: All others ( including part-time teachers, teachers applying outside of their current tenure area, regular subs, and per diem subs ) should f ill out an online application at Williamsville.SchoolSpring.com (http://www.wnyric.org/application) and then apply to appropriate posting. If you have any questions, you may contact Human Resources at lmgoss@williamsvillek12.org .

The Williamsville Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education, Autism

Special Education, General Special Education

Salary: $47,200.00 to $53,700.00 Per Year

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Lisa Goss, Human Resources

District Office

Phone: 716-626-8053

Email: lmgoss@williamsvillek12.org

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