2025-26 SY Special Education Pre-K-6 Teacher

Position Type:

Teaching/Teaching

Date Posted:

12/11/2024

Location:

Rochester City School District

Date Available:

2025-26

Closing Date:

06/27/2025

Position InformationBargaining Unit RTA Job Location Central Office Job Title Teacher – Special Education Pre-K – 6 Hours 35 Bracket N/A Salary/Range $50,500 – $71,997 (starting pay range, depending on experience)

ABOUT RCSD: The Rochester City School District is nestled in the heart of the vibrant and culturally rich city of Rochester, New York. With a backdrop of picturesque landscapes and a burgeoning educational atmosphere, our district is dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for all students.

Comprising a diverse and dynamic student body of nearly 24,000 students, our district proudly reflects the mosaic of Rochester’s diverse population, fostering an environment of inclusivity and mutual respect. Our 52 preschool sites, 45 schools and 10 alternative programs cater to a variety of learning styles and needs, ranging from innovative magnet programs to traditional neighborhood schools. Our mission is to foster students’ individual talents and abilities in a nurturing environment of equity. We seek to empower students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in an ever-evolving world, promoting critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.

Guided by a forward-thinking philosophy, our dedicated superintendent and school board are committed to achieving excellence in education. With a focus on facilitating academic achievement, personal growth, and social responsibility, our district strives to prepare students for a bright future. Together, we work towards equipping each student with the tools they need to become lifelong learners and valuable contributors to both their local community and the global society.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF UNIT: Under the supervision of the principal, evidences support to the vision and mission of the school and works to achieve goals as stated in the School Improvement Plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Standards and Assessment:

• Demonstrate knowledge of federal and state legislation regarding students with disabilities
• Implement the students Individual Education Plan
• Implement testing accommodations for students when indicated on the students Individual Education Plan
• Demonstrate knowledge of the continuum of services available for students with disabilities
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in delivering special education services using different models such as resource room, consultant teacher and integrated special class
• Modify instructional strategies to meet the needs of students
• Use appropriate instructional materials consistent with student needs
• Collaborate with the general education teacher in planning and delivering instruction
• Plan, develop, and deliver an instructional program based upon world class standards of performance for all students.
• Design developmental and interdisciplinary learning experiences that stimulate inquiry, creativity, discovery and participation.
• Teach to specific learning styles.
• Utilize performance based, content appropriate and authentic instruments to assess student performance and achievement.
• Demonstrate content matter knowledge and content related skills.

Learning Environments:

• Utilize instructional resources, information technology and school to work transition systems to achieve world class standards.
• Design instructional strategies that celebrate and reflect multiculturalism. Develop and manage a safe learning environment.
• Model, exemplify and teach values that strengthen and protect the fabric and cohesiveness of a democratic society.
• Create, enrich, maintain and alter classroom to capture and sustain the interests of the students.

Community Services and Support:

• Utilize opportunities for neighborhood and community involvement to support student performance.
• Participate in professional development activities in collaboration with community partners to support student performance.

High Performance Organization:

• Work collaboratively and professionally with all members of the staff and school community.
• Support the school-based planning process and its decision.
• Work a professional day to make time to meet the needs of students during and beyond the school day.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance student performance and the quality of the school.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and implement activities for self-improvement and to meet District expectations.
• Respond positively to supervision.

Public Engagement:

• Initiate parent and community involvement to support student achievement.
• Involve parents in school and learning activities.
• Initiate meaningful and regular communication with parents in a variety of ways that are clear and supportive to meet the needs of the student’s family.
• Respond to parents to meet their interests and needs.
• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATION:Bachelor’s degree for certification and appropriate additional graduate work for permanent certification.
• New York State Teaching Certificate in Special Education N-6, K-12 or 7-12 with Content Area Specialty.
• Candidates must meet all criteria established for teachers applying to teach in the Rochester City School District. Information is available from the Human Resources Department.

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