The Gananda CSD is seeking a 1.0 FTE probationary K-12 Special Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. Applicants must hold a valid NYS teaching certification in Special Education. Candidates holding multiple certifications, including Students with Disabilities (Birth–Grade 2, Grades 1–6, and/or Grades 7–12), will be given preference.

Salary will be based on experience per the Gananda Teachers' Association Contract. The starting rate for a first-year teacher with a Bachelor's Degree will be $46,300 - $63,500 based on experience and education. Benefits include health insurance, health reimbursement account, membership in the NYS Teachers' Retirement System, and paid sick and personal time.

Qualities/Qualifications:

• Collaborative and reflective professional committed to empowerment, inclusivity, and the GCSD mission and vision
• Knowledgeable in research-based special education practices that foster innovation and lifelong student success
• Expertise in developing and implementing IEPs aligned to individual student needs and compliance requirements
• Skilled in data-informed decision-making to provide equitable, personalized support for every learner
• Experienced in the MTSS framework and progress monitoring to support academic and social-emotional growth
• Strong communication skills to effectively partner with families, staff, and community stakeholders
• Comprehensive understanding of assessments used to drive high standards and future-ready outcomes

Please visit us to learn more about the Gananda CSD at gananda.org.

School counselors are advocates who provide support to maximize student potential and academic achievement while serving the needs of a diverse student population. In collaboration with all educators, families and the community, school counselors create a support system through individual and small-group counseling, responsive services and leadership. As a result of the school counselor, students will acquire skills and knowledge for college and career readiness and become civically minded members of society.
The successful candidate possesses:

• Knowledge of Common Core Learning Standards and College and Career Readiness skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff members, and administrators;
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, parents and the community;
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills;
• Strong foundation in the principles of anti-racism, trauma-sensitivity, and culturally-responsive education.
• Takes a strengths-based, advocacy approach to working with students and families;
• Strives to grow and learn in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• NYS School Counselor Certification

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing/implementing a comprehensive school counseling program in collaboration with other school counselors.
• Working with students individually and in groups.
• Participation in the CSE process as appropriate;
• Assisting students with personal goal setting, action planning, and progress-monitoring
• Providing support in pathways for college and/or career readiness, and long-term post-secondary planning.
• Providing responsive services to include individual and small group counseling, and comprehensive Tier 1 programs and interventions.

• Consultation and collaboration with teachers, staff and parents/guardians; referrals to and consultation with outside service providers and community resources.
• Serving as a member of the School Based Support Team, Committee on Special Education, 504 Committee, Cohort Team, and other groups as appropriate.
• Providing classroom guidance instruction to students in several areas to include college and career readiness, study and organizational skills, self-awareness and identity development, and social/emotional learning.
• Assisting administrators with mediating student conflicts and partnering with parents and other stakeholders to identify barriers to learning, and design personalized interventions.