Job Information
Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES Special Education Teacher in Johnstown, New York
Job Description HFM BOCES PTECH is accepting applications for a full-time, 10-month, tenure track Special Education Teacher. This position is located on the Fulton-Montgomery Community College (FMCC) campus in Johnstown, NY, and supports high school students in grades 11-14. An immediate start date is preferred.
Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP.
Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: Present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services to meet those goals.
Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with members of the teaching team and others in developing instructional goals and strategies to meet individual student needs.
Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.
Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources including technology.
Serves as primary contact for the parent.
Embedded services in the form of co-teaching and consultant teaching, both direct and indirect, based on student needs as defined by IEP and 504 accommodation plans.
Works with the college to ensure that students receive appropriate accommodations and transition services.
About PTECH PTECH, or Pathways in Technology Early College High School, is a 6-year program that incorporates project-based learning and professional skills training as students work toward their 2-year degree from FMCC or SUNY Cobleskill (depending on the degree pathway) at no cost to their families. PTECH aims to look and function more like a hybrid between college and the workplace. It emphasizes individualized pathways to completion, workplace experiences, mentorship, in-depth project-based learning and real-world experiences. *Salary starts at $45,574 and will be commensurate with experience, consistent with the BOCES Teachers’ Association Agreement for Schedule D Certified with Masters.
Job Qualifications
Certification
Valid NYS Certification in Special Education Teacher Secondary 7-12, Content Specialty 7-12.
Dual Certification and Statements of Continued Eligibility (SOCE) in core subject areas is highly desired.
TEACH Clearance
Per Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required. Formal job offer/selection is contingent on the ability to obtain a fingerprint security clearance through the TEACH system prior to working. For more information: http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tsei/ospra/.
Equal Opportunity / Non-Discrimination
HFM BOCES is committed to equal opportunity in educational programs, admissions and employment. HFM BOCES does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities, including admissions and employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the BOCES non-discrimination policies should be directed to Dr. Aaron Bochniak (abochniak@hfmboces.org), Assistant Superintendent for BOCES Operations and Component District Services, (518) 736-4305, HFM BOCES, 2755 State Highway 67, Johnstown, NY 12095. Inquiries may also be addressed to the Office for Civil Rights at the US Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005, 646-428-3800, OCR.NewYork@ed.gov. (Revised 9/2020)
Position Start Date:09/01/2024
Job Number: SPEDTeacher24/25 FMCC
