Transition Special Education Teacher - Cedarhurst, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Special Education Teacher | NYS Certified | Cedarhurst, NY

Some students have been told in a hundred different ways that learning is not for them. A Special Education Teacher is often the first person who proves otherwise.

This role is for that teacher.

A school in Cedarhurst, New York is looking for a Special Education Teacher to work with students ages 12 to 21 in an ungraded setting. This is a contract position starting August 26, 2026.

What you get:

• $45 to $50 an hour
• A contract role with a defined structure
• The opportunity to work with students at a stage where your impact is lasting
• A collaborative team of related service providers, administrators and families invested in student success

What you will be doing:

• Providing specialized instruction aligned with each student's IEP
• Developing and implementing differentiated lesson plans based on academic and functional abilities
• Using positive behavior management strategies to support student success
• Monitoring student progress and maintaining accurate documentation
• Collaborating with related service providers, paraprofessionals, administrators and families
• Participating in IEP meetings, annual reviews and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Modifying curriculum and assessments to meet diverse learning needs
• Maintaining compliance with New York State special education regulations

What you need to bring:

• Valid New York State Teaching Certification in Special Education grades 7 to 12 or Elementary grades 1 to 6
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education or a related field
• Master's degree preferred
• Experience implementing IEPs and working with multidisciplinary teams
• Previous experience working with adolescents and young adults with special needs preferred
• Strong classroom management and differentiated instruction skills

This is a full time onsite contract role in Cedarhurst, New York starting August 26, 2026.