Special Education Teacher

Certified - Teaching - Special Education Teacher


Job Number 3300056245


Start Date


Open Date 07/08/2026


Closing Date 08/14/2026


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Title of Position: REPOSTING: - Special Education Teachers -

• Charles Upson Elementary - CT, 8:1:1 self-contained
• Anna Merritt Elementary - 8:1:1 self-contained
• Secondary Level - self-contained

Qualifications:

1. Working knowledge of Next Generation Learning Standards and NY state assessments
2. The ability and commitment to use technology as an instructional tool
3. Ability to differentiate instruction for delayed learners
4. Flexibility, enthusiasm, creativity, and willingness to develop programs and collaborate with and support other staff
5. Loyalty and evidence of being a team player and willingness to collaborate with staff
6. Commitment to equity and inclusion of all members of the school community
7. Strong understanding of the LCSD strategic plan and culturally responsive sustaining framework
8. Strong understanding of positive classroom management techniques
9. Strong understanding of special education regulations

Requirements: New York State certification in students with disabilities:

at the grades K-4 levels for Charles Upson and Anna Merritt

New York State certification in students with disabilities all grades or secondary

Level and one additional content area (ELA, Math, Science, or Social Studies)

Position Available: 2026/2027 school year

Salary: step 1 salary in approved collective bargaining agreement

Closing Date: July 21, 2026

___________________________ APPLICATION PROCEDURES ___________________________

Internal Applicants: Email a letter of interest to View email address on click.appcast.io or interschool mail a letter of interest to the attention of the Human Resources Office. Requests for transfers will be considered according to the provisions of collective bargaining agreements.

External Applicants: Interested applicants are to submit a resume, a completed application, three letters of reference (signed and dated within the past two years), a copy of all college transcripts, and a copy of current NYS certification. Application packets can be submitted in one PDF document to View email address on click.appcast.io, online at or via U.S. mail to Lockport City School District Human Resources Office, 130 Beattie Avenue, Lockport, New York, 14094.


The Lockport City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, creed, religion, marital status, sex, age, or disability.

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Salary Competitive Y


Start Date 26/27 School Year


Required Certification Type Special Education


Contact Person's Name Lisa Schrader


Contact Person's Title Deputy Superintendent


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