Special Education Teacher

12 Month Position

Salary Range: $53,500-$75,700 per year

Pay within this range is based on experience and education

DEI Values Statement:

Mary Cariola Center recognized that a high performing organization is one that cultivates a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Through continued dialogue, education, a policy development, we are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion into all aspects of our work. As an agency found on principles of inclusion, Mary Cariola Center fosters an environment where all are welcome, and our differences are respected and valued.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Integrate therapeutic and educational needs into a classroom program


• Utilize appropriate educational techniques and methods suited to each student's individual needs


• Select, develop and implement appropriate materials and equipment


• Develop a positive educational environment including appropriate behavior management strategies


• Record, report and interpret the behavior and progress of students, making necessary program modifications as needed


• Work and communicate effectively with parents


• Create and maintain a positive and safe environment consisting of the health, medical and safety concerns of the students


• Maintain supervisory responsibilities of classroom staff including Teacher Assistants, Classroom Aides, volunteers and other non-professional personnel


• Directly supervise 4-5 employees including training, assigning and directing work, rewarding and disciplining, addressing complaints, etc..


• Carry out all educational and therapeutic programs including lifting, moving and positioning


• Participate in various teacher-related meetings and in-service sessions as necessary


• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 months – 1 year related experience and training or equivalent combination of education and experience


• NYS Education Department certificate to teach children with special needs


• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English including interpreting documents such as safety rules, policy and procedure manuals and governmental regulations