PEKN0367172-0000
2026-08-27T00:00:00
2026-06-30T00:00:00
POSITIONS: Special Education Self Contained Teacher (Tenure Track Position) 2026 – 2027 School Year CERTIFICATION: NYS Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 certification and/or Students with Disabilities (All Grades) certification are required. EXPERIENCE: Literacy background preferredKnowledge of TEACCHExperience working with multiple disabilities, autism, intellectual disability, and learning disability studentsExperience working with alternative assessments (i.e. Kite Client)Experience with the implementation of Behavioral Intervention Plans Understanding of the science of ReadingCandidates with dual certifications will be given priority.Experience working with students with Intellectual Disabilities (ID), Multiple Disabilities (MD) and Autism preferredExperience working with non-verbal, Ungraded, Life Skills students, NYSAA and alternate curriculum preferredExperience and or knowledge of FBA/BIPs and ABA strategies preferredMultilingual applicants encouraged to applyQUALIFICATIONS:Experience, knowledge and background related to N.Y.S. learning standards and multiple assessments including formative and benchmark assessments in unit designsDesire and knowledge to balance students’ social/emotional and academic/intellectual needsEvidence of strong communication and interpersonal skills with parents, staff and studentsDesire and ability to work collaboratively with an academic teamEvidence of strong speaking and writing skillsKnowledge and evidence of unit planning based on power standards and big ideas, differentiated instruction and curriculum mapping.Uses varied instructional methods and assessments to support:Engaged learningHigher-order thinking skillsMeaningful, authentic use of knowledgeIntegration of 21st century skillsMultiple IntelligencesEvidence of strong classroom management with an emphasis on student engagement and student success in the classroom.Well rounded background in certified areaCommitment to curriculum development, professional development, flexible teamwork, and instructional technology REPORTS TO: Principal and Director for Special ServicesLOCATION: Hillcrest Elementary School START DATE: August 27, 2026 (Anticipated) CLOSING DATE: Open until filled SALARY: $58,434 - $145,190 – Commensurate with experience. Terms of employment are in accordance with the Peekskill Faculty Association (PFA) Contract. (General fund) Click to learn more about PeekskillRecruitment Video District Highlights & Media Sites (Flyer) INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: Submit letter of interest and resume on-line to: https://www.olasjobs.org/PeekskillCitySD If you are a Peekskill resident and/or a Peekskill Alumni and are interested in applying, please submit a letter of interest and resume to Mr. Lewis, Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services at hr@peekskillschools.org Please do not submit additional materials via: e-mails sent directly to School District employees; the U.S. mail; hand-delivery; or fax machine. The Peekskill City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in hiring, educational programs and activities it operates. Candidates must submit to fingerprints clearance.
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Peekskill City School District
Lower Hudson Valley
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