1.0 Probationary Special Education Teacher (8:1:1) -Maple West Elem

Job Details Job ID: 5849094 Application Deadline: Jul 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Jul 23, 2026 Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Locations Maple West Elementary School - Williamsville, New York

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

• NYS Certification Special Education B-12 required.

• Possess experience in Special Education K-12, as well as comprehensive knowledge relative to working with students who present with significant learning delays, as well as difficulties managing behavior, coping with frustration, following multi-step directions and/or regulating emotion.

• Possess knowledge of a variety of disabilities, including Learning Disabilities, Speech and Language Impairments, Other Health Impairments, and Autism. As well, how these disabilities impact a student’s learning progress, functioning and behavior.

• Possess demonstrated skill in Functional Behavioral Assessments, development and implementation of Behavioral Intervention Plans with strong skills in data collection.

• Possess well-developed written and oral communication skills and proven ability to interact positively with students, parents, and colleagues.

• Possess an ability to work effectively as a member of a collaborative team as well as schedule and coordinate a variety of service providers.

• Possess effective case management and resource management skills.

• Possess demonstrated experience in differentiated instruction, modifying curriculum and applying research-based instructional approaches when teaching students with disabilities.

• Possess demonstrated experience implementing and addressing toileting needs, and assisting with lifting and/or positioning.

• Possess a strong working knowledge of Federal and State Mandates pertaining to developmental disabilities.

• Possess a strong work ethic and positive attitude to support students, teammates, colleagues and families.

• Possess the ability to remain flexible and respond effectively as emergent classroom situations warrant.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide content area instruction to students in a self-contained classroom in accordance with curricular expectations and Individualized Education Plans.

• Articulates specific learning challenges, skill deficiencies or social adjustment difficulties as exhibited by students and identifies appropriate remediation to facilitate student regulation, behaviors and academic achievement.

• Evaluates and monitors each student in terms of his/her progress toward attainment of specific learning goals.

• Coordinate efforts of the instructional and support team.

• Develop behavioral intervention plans, monitor behavior, develop appropriate intervention strategies and track progress.

• Develop Individualized Education Plans, integrated goals and ability to data track progress.

• Facilitate the inclusion of students with disabilities in the general education environment.

• Coordinate the provision of various related services and work collaboratively with treatment providers, general education teachers, support staff and administration.

• Provide appropriate training to classroom staff regarding the needs of individual students.

• Communicate with parents and other professional and support members, including agency representatives specializing in the management and instruction and behaviors of elementary-aged students.

• Other responsibilities as assigned by Building Administration, the Director of Special Education, or the Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional Education and Student Services.

This is a ten (10) month position. Participation in a special education summer school (6 weeks, full academic day) is strongly encouraged.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SALARY: $47,200 - $53,700

Per WTA Contract

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 30, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Internal: District employees (Probationary and tenured teachers requesting a transfer within their current tenure area, Teaching Assistants who are currently fully certified in the appropriate tenure area) may apply by submitting a letter of interest to Human Resources with a copy to the building principal. The original signed letters of interest must be submitted by the end of the day on July 30, 2026

External: All others (including part-time teachers, teachers applying outside of their current tenure area, regular subs, and per diem subs) should fill out an online application at Williamsville.SchoolSpring.com and then apply to appropriate posting. If you have any questions, you may contact Human Resources at lmgoss@williamsvillek12.org.

The Williamsville Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $47,200 to $53,700 Per Year Job Categories: Special Education > Autism Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information Lisa Goss, Human Resources District Office Phone: 716-626-8053 Email: lmgoss@williamsvillek12.org