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Greece Central School District Special Education Teacher (6:1+1/8:1+1) in North Greece, New York
Special Education Teacher (6:1+1/8:1+1) JobID: 5593
Position Type:
Instructional - Classroom
Date Posted:
4/8/2026
Location:
To Be Determined
Date Available:
09/08/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
The Greece Central School District believes that all students benefit from a culture where diversity, inclusion, and equity with excellence are valued. Greece Central School District welcomes stakeholders who can collaborate with other staff to ensure that our policies, regulations, practices, programs and services promote equity, inclusion, and diversity.
Salary: Per GTA Contract
Bargaining Unit ( click here (https://www.greececsd.org/o/gcs/page/employee-contracts) for contracts): GTA
Report Times: TBD
Daily Hours: 7
Work Year: 2026-2027
Supervisor: School Principal
Minimum Requirements: NYS Special Education Certification
Desired Qualifications:
Experience teaching in a 6:1+1 or 8:1+1 special class settings, supporting students with intensive or highly intensive management needs
Knowledge of and experience implementing evidence-based instructional strategies for students with Autism and/or complex learning, social, and behavioral needs
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and progress monitoring Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
Skills in providing positive behavioral supports, structured teaching approaches, and practice classroom management to promote engagement, independence, and safety
Experience supporting functional communication, social-pragmatic language skills, and the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems
Strong data collection, analysis, and progress monitoring skills to guide individualized instruction and evaluate student growth
Commitment to fostering inclusive classroom environments that promote dignity, belonging, and supportive relationships for all students
Dedication to equity, high expectations for all learners, continuous professional growth, and reflective practice
Position Summary/Responsibilities:
The Greece Central School District is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Special Education Teacher to support students in a 6:1+1 or 8:1+1 special class setting. The successful candidate will provide highly individualized instruction and behavioral support to students with intensive or highly intensive management needs, including those with social communication pragmatic language challenges, and/or a diagnosis of Autism.
This teacher will create a structured, supportive learning environment that promotes academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and functional skills, including functional communication and Activities of Daily Living, tailored to each student's unique needs.
Aligned with the Greece Central School District's mission to foster a culture of high standards, engagement, and supportive relationships, the teacher will design and implement individualized programming that enables students to achieve meaningful academic, social, and emotional success. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with families, support staff, and related service providers to implement all aspects of each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP), monitor progress, and adjust instruction to ensure positive student outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain a highly structured, predictable, and supportive classroom environment that fosters belonging, dignity, and positive relationships
Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in a 6:1+1 or 8:1+1 classroom setting in alignment with New York State Learning Standards, Alternate Learning Standards, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Deliver differentiated, explicit instruction across academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and functional skill areas
Utilize structured teaching approaches and evidence-based practices, particularly to support students with Autism
Design and implement individualized instructional strategies and interventions to address diverse learning, behavioral, and communication needs
Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs to ensure meaningful progress toward individualized goals
Support the development and generalization of social, functional, and pragmatic language skills, including the use of Augmentative and Alternate Communication (AAC) systems
Support students in developing functional life skills, including communication, social-emotional regulation, and independence
Collect, analyze, and use data to inform instruction, evaluate student progress, and adjust supports accordingly
Demonstrate knowledge of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and effectively implement, monitor, and adjust behavioral supports based on ongoing data collection and progress monitoring
Collaborate with support staff, related service providers, general education staff, and families to ensure a cohesive instructional approach that allows for the generalization of skills across multiple environments
Ensure compliance with IEP implementation, progress reporting, and all New York State special education regulations
Participate actively in professional learning opportunities, team meetings, and district initiatives to support continuous improvement and student success
Questions regarding this posting should be directed to:
Name: Melanie Stevenson
Title: Director of Pupil Personnel Services
Email: melanie.stevenson@greececsd.org
All new employees must be fingerprinted and cleared for employment through the NYSED before employment begins.
The Greece Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.
To find out more about what Greece Central School District has to offer our employees, please click here (https://www.greececsd.org/page/about-greece-central) .