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Special Education Teacher (K-6), FLES

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES

Newark, NYJob$52–62K/yrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$52–62K/yr
Location
Newark, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NYS Certification In Special Education K-6 Or K-12

Job overview

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES is hiring a Special Education Teacher (K-6), FLES. The Special Education Teacher provides high-quality K-6 instruction, promotes critical thinking, collaborates with staff and community, supports student work ethic, and differentiates instruction to ensure all learners succeed while committing to equity and cultural responsiveness.

Key focus areas include Provide high-quality instruction to K-6 students in a classroom environment, Collaborate with other teachers and community members to support learning, and Support students in developing a strong work ethic and pride in their work.

Important skills include High-Quality Instruction, Promoting Critical Thinking, Engagement, Collaboration, Differentiating Instruction, and Promoting Equity.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

High-Quality InstructionPromoting Critical ThinkingEngagementCollaborationDifferentiating InstructionPromoting EquityPracticing Cultural ResponsivenessCreating Inclusive EnvironmentsEffective Teaching and LearningNYS Learning Standards and AssessmentsCurriculum Content KnowledgeAccepted Methods of InstructionCommunicationOral Communication

Qualifications

NYS Certification in Special Education K-6 or K-12

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance

Full job description

Position: 1.00 Special Education Teacher (K-6)

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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