Special Education Teacher - Social Studies

Position Type:Instructional/Special Education Teacher - Social StudiesDate Posted:5/1/2026Location:OConnor AcademyClosing Date:05/11/2026Additional Information: Show/HideLOCATION OF POSITON: Fairport NY 14450; O'Connor AcademyTERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10-Month Position, Full-Time, ProbationarySTARTING DATE: September 2026SALARY RANGE: $48,500 - $78,642 per school year (or higher depending on BUP negotiations)* Actual Salary Is Dependent Upon Education, Experience and Contract.DUTIES:1. Plan and provide dynamic Social Studies instruction for adolescent students exhibiting social, emotional, and learning needs in accordance with NYS mandates.2. Develop, implement, and evaluate Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) to meet student needs.3. Develop, implement, and evaluate behavior intervention plans for secondary students.4. Create a safe and welcoming classroom environment that is restorative, and trauma informed.5. Work in a team environment that fosters the philosophy of collaborative planning and an interdisciplinary approach to learning.6. Effectively communicate with school staff, parents, districts, and community agencies.QUALIFICATIONS:1. NYS Certification in the content area of Social Studies required.2. NYS Certification for Students with Disabilities (Grades 7-12), or Permanent Special Education K-12 required, or willingness to obtain Students with Disabilities certification during probationary appointment (Tuition Reimbursement available).3. Experience with adolescent students with disabilities.4. Training in Life Space Crisis Intervention strategies or similar problem-solving strategies preferred.5. Physically able to perform essential functions of position (with or without reasonable accommodation).