Certified Teacher, Special Education (Gr. K-6) $3,000 Sign-On Bonus*

About Our Organization:

St. Catherine’s Center for Children is a leading non-profit organization in New York’s Greater Capital District. Our comprehensive range of human services reach more than 1,000 children, 600 families, and hundreds of adults across Upstate New York each year. Our multi-faceted programs are designed to offer hope, foster growth, and improve the lives of the children, families, and adults we serve. We offer residential and therapeutic foster care programs for children and youth, Kinship support, homeless and community-based services for adults and families, a special education elementary school for ages 5-13, and so much more.

St. Catherine’s employs more than 300 full and part-time staff. Our spectrum of services for children, families and individuals suffering from the lasting effects of abuse and neglect, family instability, mental illness, homelessness and other ongoing traumas, continues to grow. We are committed to cultivating a culture where all employees can bring their authentic and best selves to work. Our DEI-B initiatives are designed to support and build a more equitable, inclusive and diversified workplace, one which exemplifies true respect and dignity.

Function:

We are seeking to fill the position of Special Education Teacher. This position supervises the classroom team and is responsible for planning and implementing the educational program for each student assigned to their classroom. This position will lead and coordinate the work of all classroom staff on a daily basis. Candidates with relatable life experience are encouraged to apply!

This full-time position is Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours a week. Offering a $3,000 Sign-on Bonus* (some conditions may apply), Competitive Salaries, Excellent Benefits & Job Perks! We pay for all background checks and your TCI Training!

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for implementing the IEP and Treatment Plan for each student in the classroom.

• Constructs daily and weekly lesson plans utilizing the goals and objectives from the IEP and Treatment Plan.

• Consults with special service teachers in coordinating the planning and implementation of the IEP and Treatment Plans.

• Responsible for mapping the curriculum using the Rubicon Atlas Curriculum Mapping website.

• Oversees the Teacher Assistant and other classroom staff as assigned.

• Maintains a mediational and therapeutic classroom environment in order to promote appropriate social interaction among the students and staff members.

• Responsible for maintaining an orderly and aesthetically pleasing classroom environment.

• Assists students in developing emotional, coping and social, problem solving skills.

• Responsible for the informal evaluations of the Teacher Assistant assigned to their classroom team.

• Responsible for enforcing the St. Catherine’s Center for Children agency and R&E May School policies and procedures.

• Is responsible for the initial level of progressive discipline.

• Additional position-related duties as assigned by the Director of Day Treatment (Principal).

• Provides individualized, whole class, and small group instruction to the students daily, in accordance with the IEP and Treatment Plans.

• Assumes responsibility for the supplementing and supplanting of instruction conducted by the Teacher Assistant.

• May co-teach in the classroom with the Teacher Assistant or special service teachers when appropriate for the students.

  Professional Development:

• The Special Education Teacher is responsible for participating in required trainings, planned in-service and case discussions within the agency. It is also required that the Teachers engage in seminars or lectures in the community which would lead to professional growth. At times, the Teacher may be called upon to present in-service seminars within the agency.

  Position Requirements:

• Master’s degree is required. Master of Science degree in Special Education, preferred. Master of Science degree in related educational area of study may be considered.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Special Education or related area of study will be considered if applicant is currently pursuing Master’s degree in Special Education or related educational area of study.

• NYS Certification in Special Education, Literacy or Students with Disabilities, required .

• Ability to work with students who exhibit significant emotional, behavioral and interpersonal challenges, mental health diagnoses and trauma history (ages 5-13).

• Prior supervisory experience, highly preferred.

• At least one year of relevant experience is preferred.

• Previous experience working in a human services agency is a plus!

• Proficiency in various computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Google (Gmail, Google Docs), and the Internet.

• Experience with AWARDS is a plus!

• Outstanding communication skills, in both oral and written forms.

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

• Ability to handle sensitive data with strict confidentiality.

• Demonstrated placidity and patience; flexibility and adaptability.

• Must have the ability to pass required pre-employment background checks, to include fingerprinting.

  What We Offer : $3,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Competitive Pay with an E xcellent Benefits P ackage

• Health Insurance options: M edical, D ental and V ision

• Generous Combined Leave Time and Holiday Pay

• $500 Employee Referral Bonus*

• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities

• We are a 501(c) (3) agency, which is a qualifying employer for eligible staff under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program*

• Pension Plan with Aggressive Agency contribution

• Life Insurance – Automatic Benefit!

• Paid Training & Tuition Reimbursement*

• Travel/ Mileage Reimbursement*

• Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

• The Comfort of a Business Casual Environment.

  • some conditions may apply

  EEO Statement: St. Catherine’s Center for Children is committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, reproductive health and pregnancy, family history and genetics, disability, age, military status, veteran status, politics, or other beliefs, and any other characteristics protected by law.

  Background Checks : We run a thorough and complete pre-employment background check on all candidates being considered for a position, this includes fingerprinting. All candidates must successfully clear the pre-employment background check process, which follows NYS/DOJ requirements. We pay for all pre-employment background checks!