Application Deadline11/6/2026Position Start Date12/2/2026
The West Seneca Central School District has a vacancy for a teacher in the Education of Children with Handicapping Conditions - General Special Education tenure area. This position is a probationary appointment for an individual who is certified to teach Special Education at the secondary level.
The ideal candidates must be able to demonstrate planning and preparation, instructional skills, effective classroom management and be motivated to engage in continuous professional development.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing high-quality instruction to secondary students in a classroom environment that promotes critical thinking, a high level of engagement and eagerness to continue to learn and grow; working collaboratively with other teachers and building staff to ensure continued learning of relevant skills and authentic application of those skills; supporting students as they develop a strong work ethic, pride in their work and the foundational skills; willingness to develop/grow/promote the program to include all learners; and differentiating instruction to ensure all students experience success.
Salary and benefits are paid according to the West Seneca Teachers' Association's collective bargaining agreement.
Required Certification: Students with Disabilities - Generalist 7-12 -or- Special Education - All Grades
Additional certification(s) preferred: Any content area (i.e. ELA, Mathematics, Science and/or Social Studies Gr 7-12)
Candidates must have current NYS certification in Special Education 7-12 or K-12. Candidates should possess a broad skill set of effective teaching and learning to engage learners of all levels, including but not limited to knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards and Assessments; knowledge of curriculum content and accepted methods of instruction; ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team; and excellent written and oral communication skills.