Special Education Teacher (5-9), NEC
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Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES is hiring a Special Education Teacher (5-9), NEC. The role provides high‑quality instruction to secondary special‑education students, fostering critical thinking, engagement, and inclusive learning while collaborating with teachers and community members to promote equity and cultural responsiveness.
Key focus areas include Provide high‑quality instruction to secondary students in a classroom environment, Promote critical thinking and high engagement among learners, and Collaborate with teachers and community members to support skill development.
Successful candidates bring NYS Certification In Special Education K-6 Or K-12. Important skills include Collaborative Work, Promoting Equity, Practicing Cultural Responsiveness, Creating Inclusive Environments, Communication, and Oral Communication. Preferred (not required): Problem Solving, Engagement, Strong Work Ethic, and Differentiating Instruction.
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Position: 1.00 Special Education Teacher (5 -9)
Learn more about our programs by clicking HERE (https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1662991896/wflbocesorg/iogw3c50iwbxdoegejrm/P-16InfoBrochure.pdf)
Salary Range: $52,341 -$61,805, based on experience and demonstrated abilities. Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance. Learn more about our benefits by clicking HERE (https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1647439138/wflbocesorg/yw0huu1dsugzkat3ygvb/WFLBOCESBenefitsBrochure.pdf)
Start Date: September 01, 2026
Learn more about our instructional calendar & paid holidays by clicking HERE (https://www.wflboces.org/about-us/calendars)
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing high-quality instruction to secondary students in a classroom environment that promotes critical thinking, a high level of engagement and eagerness to continue to learn and grow; working collaboratively with other teachers and community members to ensure continued learning of relevant skills and authentic application of those skills; supporting students as they develop a strong work ethic, pride in their work and the foundational skills employers have identified; willingness to develop/grow/promote the program to include all learners; and differentiating instruction to ensure all students experience success. Must hold a commitment to promoting equity, practicing cultural responsiveness, and creating inclusive environments.
Job Qualifications
Candidates must have current NYS certification in Special Education K-6 or K-12. Candidates should possess a broad skill set of effective teaching and learning to engage learners of all levels, including but not limited to knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards and Assessments; knowledge of curriculum content and accepted methods of instruction; ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team; and excellent written and oral communication skills.
Position Start Date:09/01/2026
Application Deadline:08/19/2026
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