26-27 Hiring: Special Education Teacher - Elementary

26-27 Hiring: Special Education Teacher - Elementary JobID: 600
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Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted:

2/13/2026

Location:

Elementary Schools

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The Chappaqua Central School District is a community of six schools serving approximately 3500 students in Westchester County. We are seeking excellent educators who can provide high-quality instruction and build authentic, supportive relationships with students. We are committed to hiring an inclusive teaching staff to create warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming schools.

Chappaqua CSD is looking for a thoughtful and knowledgeable educator to serve in the anticipated probationary position of Special Education Elementary Teacher at the elementary level effective September 2, 2026.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Can administer, score, and interpret standardized educational evaluations to use as a basis for making eligibility determinations.
• Skilled in developing IEPs for students with student-specific goals and data-driven progress monitoring with goals that are student specific and informed by various data points.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's including academic goals and behavior management plans.
• Ability to develop and actualize modifications and accommodations for students with disabilities in a general education classroom based on student readiness levels.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to engage in various instructional models including consultant teacher services, resource room, integrated co-teaching, and skills class.
• Serves as a resource to students and families to provide support that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management.
• Fosters a welcoming classroom environment that nurtures emotional well-being and a sense of belonging.
• Uses NYS standards educational research to inform instructional practices.
• Uses formative assessments to gauge student understanding.
• Has experience with evidence-based social-emotional learning strategies to promote emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the RULER approach is preferred.
• Uses knowledge of students and student performance when planning lessons.
• Infuses culturally relevant practices to ensure that lessons reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all students.
• Integrates diverse perspectives and voices into instructional materials and resources to broaden students' understanding of the world.
• Maintains high expectations for all students.
• Engages in regular, collaborative professional development with the understanding that team efficacy is greater than individual efforts alone.

Certification/Experience:

• Required: NYS Students with Disabilities (Birth - Gr. 2) OR Students with Disabilities (All Grades)
• Has experience with reading and writing workshop models of instruction; and a constructivist approach to mathematics instruction where students develop deep conceptual understandings.
• Successful prior special education teaching experience with students with Autism, Dyslexia and other learning disabilities.

This position includes a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional development and mentor support. xrczosw

26/27 Salary Range: $73,019 - 155,921

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