Teacher - NYS Certified

Special Education Classroom Teacher – Science, Art & Elementary

Job Type: Direct Hire (Full-time, Regular)
Salary Range: $60,000-$101,000 annually (commensurate with experience and education)
Location: Yonkers, NY | On-site
Schedule: 10-month school year + 6-week summer program (both required)
Positions Available: Multiple openings in Science, Art, History and Elementary

Job Overview

Madison Approach Staffing has been engaged by our client, a therapeutic educational program serving children with special needs, to identify and vet exceptional teachers for multiple classroom positions. As a Classroom Teacher, you will provide individualized instruction based on IEP goals and objectives aligned with New York State Learning Standards while developing students' social skills in a structured, therapeutic environment. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including milieu therapists, social workers, parents, and other professionals dedicated to each child's education and treatment success. This year-round position includes both the 10-month school year and 6-week summer program. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with students with emotional disturbances and learning disabilities in a supportive, team-based setting.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct, individualized instruction in Science, Art, or Elementary subjects based on students' IEP goals and New York State Learning Standards
Plan instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs of students with emotional disturbances (ED) and learning disabilities (LD)
Review and update IEPs quarterly; complete daily computer logs and participate in Planning Conferences
Issue report cards and ensure all educational paperwork is completed timely (daily logs, conference reports, incident reports)
Maintain classroom discipline and safety using therapeutic approaches; demonstrate competence with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)
Supervise all paraprofessional staff assigned to classroom
Collaborate with milieu therapists/assistants, social workers, parents, and other professionals
Use program data (academic testing scores, treatment planning reports, case histories) to inform instructional decisions
Remain flexible and accommodating in unplanned or crisis situations
Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural backgrounds of children, families, and co-workers
Participate in weekly staff conferences (3:00pm-5:00pm one day per week)
Design out-of-class experiences to add relevance to curriculum

Required Skills & Experience

NYS Teaching Certification: Elementary OR grades 7-12 (ELA, Math, Science, or Social Studies) required at time of hire
Special Education Extension: Must be obtained within 2 years of hire (employer will support professional development)
Education: Bachelor's degree in Education required; Master's degree preferred (impacts salary placement)
IEP Knowledge: Understanding of IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring
Therapeutic Approaches: Ability to implement program modifications for ED/LD students; understanding of suicide assessment, intervention, and adverse medication reactions
Cultural Competency: Sensitivity working with diverse populations and commitment to trauma-informed practice
Supervision: Willingness to supervise paraprofessional staff in classroom
Technology: Proficiency with electronic systems including ADP app on smartphone/device
Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, climb stairs, kneel, and lift up to 30 lbs; must successfully complete TCI training including written/verbal testing and physical restraint evaluation
Availability: Year-round commitment to both 10-month school year AND 6-week summer program (not optional)
Transportation: Reliable transportation for occasional travel (10%)

Preferred Skills & Experience

Special Education Extension already in hand
Previous teaching experience in special education or therapeutic settings
Experience with students with emotional disturbances and/or learning disabilities
Training in trauma-informed practices
Experience supervising paraprofessional staff
Bilingual abilities (particularly Spanish)

Work Schedule & Benefits

Schedule:

Daily Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm (one day per week: 8:30am-5:00pm for staff conference)
School Year: 10 months (required)
Summer Program: 6 weeks (required)
Therapeutic educational setting with multidisciplinary team support

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Generous PTO: Holidays, personal days, and sick time
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with employer contributions
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education and Special Education Extension coursework
Flex Spending Accounts
Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Professional development opportunities

To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter indicating your subject area preference (Science, Art, or Elementary) and timeline for obtaining Special Education Extension if not already certified. Only candidates with required NYS teaching certification and year-round availability will be contacted for interview consideration.