4th Grade 5th Grade Special Education Teacher | Groton, New York

Make a meaningful impact as a Special Education Teacher supporting 4th and 5th grade students in a dynamic elementary setting. This contract opportunity starts September 1, 2026 and continues through June 30, 2027, with a consistent Monday through Friday schedule from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm—offering approximately 35 hours each week.

In this role, you'll utilize your expertise to nurture student growth, collaborating in both inclusion (co-teaching in general education classrooms) and resource (push-in/pull-out) environments. You'll work closely with a diverse population of elementary-age learners, ensuring every child receives the tailored support they need to thrive.

What you bring:

• Valid New York State Teaching License: K-5 Teacher of Students with Disabilities.
• Experience teaching elementary special education, especially in co-teaching/inclusion and resource/pull-out models, is highly desired.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to partner with general education teachers, support staff, and families.
• Ability to develop and implement IEPs aligned to student needs.
• Flexibility and enthusiasm for adapting instructional strategies to a variety of learning environments and student profiles.

What you'll do:

• Provide individualized and small group instruction for students with disabilities in both inclusive and resource settings.
• Co-plan and co-teach alongside general education teachers to support shared students.
• Access, modify, and deliver curriculum tailored to meet diverse learning styles.
• Monitor, assess, and document student progress toward IEP goals.
• Engage regularly with parents, advocates, and school teams to support student success.

This role offers a competitive hourly pay range of $38.58 to $52.76, rewarding your expertise and dedication to supporting students’ academic and social development.

If you’re passionate about making a real difference in elementary education, your skills can shine here. Take the next step in your special education teaching career—apply today!