Temporary Special Education Teacher (1-6) at Gateway-Longview, Inc. | Buffalo, NY, US | Rezi

Temporary Special Education Teacher (1-6) at Gateway-Longview, Inc.

Temporary Special Education Teacher (1-6)

Gateway-Longview, Inc. · Buffalo, NY, US

3 weeks ago

Temporary Special Education Teacher (1-6)

Gateway-Longview, Inc. · Buffalo, NY, US

23 days ago
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About the Role

Deliver individualized academic and behavioral instruction to students with disabilities in alignment with NYSED standards, IEPs, and agency policies. Promote student growth in a supportive, inclusive environment. This is a full-time, 10-month position with a 6-week summer program, requiring flexibility for meetings, family communication, and professional development.

Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain a safe, structured, and engaging 6:1:1 classroom environment in alignment with student needs and behavioral plans.
  • Provide active supervision of students at all times to ensure safety, engagement, and compliance with individualized education and behavior plans.
  • Develop and implement lesson plans that are standards-aligned, developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and differentiated to meet diverse learner needs.
  • Collaborate with and provide guidance to support staff to ensure consistency in instructional and behavioral strategies.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with state regulations and agency procedures, ensuring all mandated services and accommodations are delivered.
  • Track and document student progress toward IEP goals through data collection, assessments, and observations; adjust instruction and interventions as needed.
  • Use assessment data, observations, and professional judgment to make informed instructional and programmatic recommendations.
  • Design engaging and personalized learning activities that reflect student interests, learning styles, and developmental levels.
  • Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development using trauma-informed and restorative practices.
  • Communicate and collaborate regularly with families, service providers, administrators, and support staff to promote consistency and student success across settings.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including lesson plans, IEP progress, incident reports, and parent communication logs.
  • Participate in required training and professional development, including maintaining TCI certification, to support continuous professional growth.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Ability to utilize physical restraints in accordance with safety protocols youth after successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training.
  • Current New York State Certification in Special Education (appropriate grade level) or, as a condition of future employment must be working toward, or be willing to pursue, Special Education certification in appropriate grade levels.
  • Valid New York State driver’s license.

Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to differentiate instruction and support diverse learning needs
  • Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and instructional decision-making
  • Knowledge of IEP development and special education compliance requirements
  • Ability to maintain a calm, supportive presence in high-stress situations
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to lead within a team-based classroom

Location

  • Lynde School

Work Type

  • Full-Time
  • 10-month position
  • 6-week summer program

Experience Level

  • Offers based on education and years of relevant experience

Education Level

  • Current New York State Certification in Special Education (appropriate grade level)
  • Working toward, or willing to pursue, Special Education certification in appropriate grade levels

Salary/Compensations

  • $41,561.34 - $53,640.07 (yearly)

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision plan insurance effective the first of the month following hire date
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Wellness program
  • Employee assistance program
  • 403B retirement plan

About the Company

  • Gateway Longview’s Education programs support K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges.
  • 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.
  • Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.

Equal Opportunity

  • An EEO/AA Agency
  • 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.