Special Education Teacher Elementary (Interim)

Company: Academics West
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Benefits: Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off Free food & snacks Lower School Teacher at Academics West (Interim position with permanent possible) Academics West is searching for Special Education Teachers for our Lower School who will be responsible for direct instruction that is designed to address goals and objectives specified in the students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and/or follow the NYS general education guidelines. The ideal candidate is bright, energetic and motivated to help children with learning and emotional challenges. The applicant will be committed to learning and infusing our Clinically Informed Academics model. Start date: Immediate The Academic West Teacher primary function is to educate our students using the most up-to-date pedagogy. Teachers are expected to engage students and assess their knowledge in academic content as defined within the course description. Educators will collaborate with the educational clinicians to develop and implement appropriate classroom management plans. It is expected that teachers will go beyond the classroom and model the Academics West mission and philosophy. These individuals are expected to have strong foundational knowledge of our CIA model and implement it within the classroom. Teachers will directly report to the Academic Dean. Responsibilities: Prepare and implement appropriate lesson plans and meet objectives. Welcome potential new students and engage them as they complete trial days Collaborate with Admissions Department with new onboarding students Write weekly progress reports on each student Responsible for classroom management oversight Frequently consult with clinicians about students therapeutic needs Review students neuropsychological report, LSP and SAP (I.e., CIA profile) to utilize the data to inform student instruction Attend IEP meetings and submit supporting documentation as needed Required to attend all student and staff meetings Required to attend all Professional Development Days Assess student progress as requested by Academic Dean Complete APC sheets and mark students after every period for the following: Manage Focus Teacher/ Teaching Assistant to ensure they fulfill their daily obligations Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or Masters Degree (preferred) in Special Education or related field 3 years experience teaching students with special educations needs preferred New York State Certification in Special Education Certification Behavior management training needed (i.e., CPI training or other methods) preferred Work Hours : Monday through Friday 8 AM-4:00 PM The position will remain open until filled. All applications will be kept confidential, and receipt will be acknowledged via email

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