Special Education Teacher (Middle School)

Special Education Teacher (Middle School)

Reach Academy

Buffalo , NY 14204

Certified - Teaching - Special Education Teacher {SPED}

Job Number 3300055266

Start Date

Open Date 04/08/2026

Closing Date 04/17/2026

REACH is hiring for several middle school special education postions in grades 5-8. Each position would be departmentatlized to either working with ELA/Social Studies or Math/Science co-teaching.

At REACH Academy Charter School we offer some great benefits and perks!

Our school days runs for 6:50AM - 2:30PM (one day a week until 4:00 for planning)

REACH is a family like atmosphere - we like to celebrate events together and often surprise our staff with lunches or tokens of our appreciation.

We have a very competitive salary scale that pays higher than most local districts.

REACH pays 80% of health, dental and vision coverage. The Employee pays 20%

REACH offers and pays 100% of Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage

REACH participates in the NYS Teachers Retirement System

REACH offer Paid Family Leave Benefits

REACH pays for all student and teacher supplies throughout the school year

REACH offers 403B Plans

REACH offers a 10% discount on Fetch Pet Insurance

Job Title: Special Education Teacher

REACH Academy Charter School is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to serve students with a range of learning and behavioral needs. The ideal candidate will be student-centered, highly collaborative, and skilled at designing and delivering instruction aligned with New York State Next Generation Learning Standards and students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

The Special Education Teacher will work closely with related service providers, support staff, and a co-teachers to create a structured, engaging, and nurturing learning environment that helps each student meet their academic, behavioral, and social-emotional goals.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrates strong understanding of special education best practices, behavioral supports, and differentiated instruction.

• Executes the mission of REACH Academy Charter School, promoting high academic achievement, critical thinking skills, and ethical standards.

• Believes that every child can and will achieve high academic standards and provides consistent, compassionate support to all students, no matter how challenging the individual situation.

• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English; excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate closely with students, families, and colleagues.

• Demonstrates commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching practices.

• Willingness to adapt and enhance an existing curriculum, using creative strategies to meet diverse student needs.

• Flexible, reflective, and open to implementing new instructional and behavioral approaches.

• Skilled in organizing and prioritizing responsibilities, managing classroom routines, and maintaining compliance with IEP mandates.

• Ability to contribute meaningfully to a collaborative school culture and be an enthusiastic member of the REACH community.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a growth mindset.

• Excellent attendance and punctuality required.

• Clear understanding of the Next Generation Learning Standards, IEP goals, and behavioral objectives.

• Passionate about working with students in an urban education environment.

• Maintains a high level of professional and ethical standards at all times

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver engaging, differentiated lesson plans aligned with the REACH curriculum and students' IEP goals, using small-group, center-based, and individualized instruction.

• Implement and modify instruction to meet diverse learning styles and abilities.

• Regularly assess student performance and progress toward state standards and IEP goals; adjust instruction based on data.

• Develop and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment through proactive behavior management strategies and clear expectations for students.

• Provide explicit instruction in social-emotional learning, executive functioning, and behavioral regulation as appropriate to student needs.

• Write, implement, and monitor student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); ensure all services and supports are delivered with fidelity.

• Prepare for and actively participate in Committee on Special Education (with the schools Special Education Coordinator) meetings, clearly articulating student progress, strengths, and needs.

• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and other team members to support student success.

• Co-teach or collaborate with a partner teacher to teach engaging differentiated lessons.

• Model and teach behavioral expectations, proactively addressing behaviors before they escalate. Work with support staff to implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) when applicable.

• Communicate regularly with families regarding academic and behavioral progress; maintain detailed records of parent communication, student progress, and interventions.

• Provide a classroom management plan that ensures student safety and engagement at all times.

• Execute daily lesson plans and unit plans in all assigned subjects and blocks.

• Implement all REACH routines, policies, and procedures with consistency and fidelity.

• Participate actively in professional development, coaching, and weekly team planning meetings.

• Accept feedback from instructional coaches and school leaders, incorporating strategies to improve instructional practice and student outcomes.

• Analyze student performance data regularly and engage in reflective practice to adjust instruction.

• Maintain compliance with all documentation requirements, including progress monitoring, report cards, and IEP reporting.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head of School.

Qualifications/Education and/or Experience

Teachers must hold a NYS professional teaching certificate in their subject area or be eligible for reciprocity to include (1) Minimum Bachelor's degree in subject area to be taught, Master's Degree preferred; (2) Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom and commitment to accountability preferred ; (3) Belief in and alignment with REACH Academy Charter School core beliefs and educational philosophy; (4) Valid New York State Certification, except in cases where the Head of School shall make an exception under the terms of this Policy, in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Salary

In accordance with REACH Academy Charter School's salary step scale and verification of prior years of teaching. Step 1 starts at $45,000 and Step 11 is $65,830. You must have a valid teaching certificate to start on the salary steps or be working towards completion of certification.

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Job Attachment View Attachment

Salary: From 45000.00

Salary: To 65830.00

Salary Competitive Y

Position Status Full time

Contact Person's Name Amie Caster

Contact Person's Title Director of Operations

Contact Person's Phone 716-248-1485

Contact Person's Email [email protected]