Job Description

The Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES is looking for Special Education Teachers to join our team! We are accepting applications from NYS Certified Special Education teachers to fill several vacancies within our Special Education Programs. These programs are located in various component school districts in Cayuga and Onondaga County, and at our BOCES main campus in Auburn, NY. Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES offers the following programs for students.

12:1:1 Programs (Grades K-12+) :

• Students in these classes benefit from specially designed instruction in order to successfully access the NYS learning standards as students are functioning below grade level.
• All students will participate in a combination of special and general education classes per their IEP.
• Desired Outcome: Regents / Local Diploma, CDOS Commencement Credential or Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential (SACC) if a student is NYSAA eligible.

12:1:1 Community Experience Programs (Grades 12+):

• These programs are for students 18-21 who have completed 13 years of school, including all 4 years of high school, and have 2-3 years of eligibility remaining.
• Students must be able to manage their own behavior, maintain personal safety and demonstrate a commitment to developing independence and age appropriate skills.
• Employment experience and community based instruction are the focus of this program.

12:1:3:1 Programs (Grades 5-12+):

• Students in these rooms have moderate to severe multiple disabilities (e.g. communication deficits, limited mobility, health and safety needs, may require habilitation and treatment).
• All students in this program are NYSAA eligible.
• Self-help, daily living, functional skills and community experiences are a focus of this program.
• All students will participate in special education classes and general education classes per their IEP.
• Desired Outcome: Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential (SACC).

8:1:1 Programs (K-12+):

• Students in this program have social emotional deficits.
• Students should be able to meet grade level academic expectations with appropriate supports.
• Students require behavior management and supports.
• Academically-oriented with a focus on behavior management.
• All students will participate in a combination of special and general education classes per their IEP.
• Desired Outcome: Regents / Local Diploma, CDOS Commencement Credential.

6:1:2 Autism Program (K-12+):

• Student are diagnosed with Autism or related disorder(s).
• The program utilizes the TEACCH model that provides a clearly organized structure and modified environment with an emphasis on visual learning modalities.
• Students require intensive interventions and supports to manage their behavior.
• The curriculum is modified for each individual student.
• This program assists students with communication skills, self-regulation skills, self-help skills, daily living skills and other individualized learning targets.
• Desired Outcomes: Regents / Local Diploma, CDOS Commencement Credential or Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential (SACC) if a student is NYSAA eligible.

Alternative 8:1:1 Programs (7-12+):

• Students in this program have behavioral challenges and social emotional deficits.
• Students require intensive behavior management and supports in a smaller group setting.
• Students should be able to meet grade level academic expectations with appropriate supports.
• Self-regulation skills and counseling needs are supported by a social worker.
• All students will participate in special class for all content areas.
• Desired Outcome: Regents / Local Diploma, CDOS Commencement Credential.

8:1:1 Therapeutic Program (Grades K-12+):

• Students in this program have been identified as Emotionally Disturbed (ED) and/or Other Health Impaired (OHI).
• Students have a mental health diagnosis and previous outpatient services have not been effective.
• Students require therapeutic strategies to manage their behavior.
• Students and families must participate in psychiatric and counseling services.
• Medication management is received through East Hill Medical Group.
• This program assists students in stabilizing their mental health and building self-regulation strategies.
• Students should be able to meet grade level academic expectations with appropriate supports.
• All students will participate in special class for all content areas.
• Desired Outcomes: Regents / Local Diploma, CDOS Commencement Credential.

6:1:2 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) (Grades K-8):

• The focus is for students to develop the self-awareness, self-control and interpersonal skills necessary to be successful in the school setting.
• Students require intensive interventions and supports to self-regulate and manage their behavior.
• Students have the cognitive ability to meet grade level expectations with appropriate supports.

In this position, you'll be a part of a great team that believes in our BOCES purpose of UNLEASHING POTENTIAL IN OUR COMMUNITY. We are COLLABORATIVE LEARNERS, ADVENTUROUS IN OUR WORK, SOLUTION-DRIVEN, and JOYFUL IN OUR WORK!

Benefits of Working with us:

• Competitive Salary, starting at $54,308; Commensurate with Experience.
• Full benefits, including health insurance.
• Paid sick, personal, and family illness.
• Possibility of Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• 403B.
• Flex Spending.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• NYS Teacher Retirement System Pension.

The Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES hosts classes for students with disabilities in both campus- based and age-appropriate, general education buildings, which ensures the highest possible interaction with their non-disabled peers. The Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES has assumed a prominent position in ensuring true access to the general education curriculum for all its students for over 25 years. A commitment to developing a continuum of quality, researched-based programs for our students is in concert with our long-standing commitment to high expectations and access for students.

Candidates should be NYS Certified Special Education Teachers, or eligible for certification shortly. 

Does this sound like something you'd like to be a part of? To apply, please submit your resume today! Please also visit OLASjobs.org at to submit your official application. Questions about the positions? Please contact Dr. Jennifer Singer, Director of Special Education.

All BOCES across the state share a common mission: to prepare diverse populations for successful roles in a new global society. We are accomplishing this by providing cost-effective shared services to school districts while initiating collaboration to close gaps in student achievement. Each day that mission is realized by the commitment and hard work of our board of education, administration, faculty and entire staff. Visit our website to learn all about the Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES!

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