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Special Education Teacher (Birth-2)

Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES

Williamsville, NYFull-time$47–61K/yrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$47–61K/yr
Location
Williamsville, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

New York State Certification In Early Childhood Education (B-2)Working Toward Special Education CertificationWilling To Pursue Special Education Certification

Job overview

Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES is hiring a Special Education Teacher (Birth-2). Gateway Longview seeks a Special Education Teacher (Birth-2) to support Pre-K through 12th grade students with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges. The role involves managing a specialized classroom, engaging students in individualized activities, and developing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The organization offers a sign-on bonus and professional development opportunities.

Key focus areas include Safely and effectively manage a 6:1:1 specialized classroom, Engage students in activities that are interesting, meaningful and individualized, and Effectively incorporate support staff into the classroom program.

Successful candidates bring New York State Certification Early Childhood Education B-2 and Working Toward Special Education Certification. Important skills include Managing Specialized Classroom, Engage Students In Activities, Incorporating Support Staff, Develop Individualized Education Plans, Sensitivity, and Compassion.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Managing Specialized ClassroomEngage Students in ActivitiesIncorporating Support StaffDevelop Individualized Education PlansSensitivityCompassionPatienceActive ListeningWork With Diverse Cultural BackgroundsPhysically Restrain

Qualifications

New York State Certification in Early Childhood Education (B-2)Working Toward Special Education CertificationWilling to Pursue Special Education Certification

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Special Education Teacher (Birth-2)

Gateway-Longview

6350 Main Street

Williamsville , NY 14221

Certified - Teaching - Special Education Teacher {SPED}

Job Number 3300053648

Start Date

Open Date 10/03/2025

Closing Date

Department

Gateway Longview's Education programs support Pre-K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges.

Sign on bonus of $1,000!!!

Agency

Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Flexible working options; generous Paid Time Off; up to 13 paid holidays per year; medical dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 403b with employer matching and health savings accounts; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs

Compensation

$47,256 - $60,879 (yearly)

  • Offers based on education and years of relevant experience

Professional Development Opportunities

Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Safely and effectively managing a 6:1:1 specialized classroom

  • Engage students in activities that are interesting, meaningful and individualized to reflect each student's developmental level

  • Effectively incorporating support staff into the classroom program

  • Develop Individualized Education Plans ("IEPs") in accordance with current New York State Education and Gateway practice, procedures and policies

  • Fulfill other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • New York State Certification in Early Childhood Education (B-2) and as a condition of future employment must be working toward, or be willing to pursue, appropriate Special Education certification in appropriate grade levels

  • Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, compassion, patience, and active listening

  • Ability to effectively work with individuals from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds, beliefs, customs, and lifestyles

  • Ability to physically restrain if required

Preferred Qualifications

  • New York State Certification in Special Education (B-2)

We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.

Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) for this job posting.

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Itinerant Location Buffalo, NY

Salary: From 47256.00

Salary: To 60879.00

Salary Competitive Y

Appointment Status Permanent

Position Status Full time

Required Certification Type Early Childhood Education Birth - Grade 2 {3013}, Students with Disabilities Birth - Grade 2 {9013}

Contact Person's Name Aberlee Clark

Contact Person's Phone 7163278067

Contact Person's Email [email protected]

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