Special Education Teacher (7th Grade Writing) Job Category: Teacher Requisition Number: SPECI003108 Apply now - Posted : July 20, 2026 - Full-Time - In office Locations Showing 1 location Special Education Teacher (7th Grade Writing) Falk School | Buffalo, NY Pay: Starting at $33.96 per hour ($47,556 per school year)

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:35 AM – 2:35 PM Why Falk School?

At Falk

School, our mission is to provide a supportive, transformational learning community. We believe every student deserves a learning environment where they feel valued, challenged, and empowered to succeed. Founded in 1986, Falk School serves students ages 5–21 across four Western New York campuses through highly structured classrooms and individualized educational supports.

As an affiliate of Child & Family Services, we are committed to helping students build the academic, behavioral, and life skills needed to thrive. Our classrooms are intentionally small—typically six students supported by one teacher and one teacher aide—allowing educators to develop meaningful relationships while providing individualized instruction and support. Teaching at Falk School is about more than delivering instruction.

It's about becoming a trusted advocate who helps students develop confidence, resilience, and the skills they need for lifelong success.

Why Teachers Choose Falk

School - Small classroom sizes (typically 6 students)



- One Teacher + One Teacher Aide in every classroom - Collaborative and supportive leadership team - Paid school breaks and holidays - Optional six-week summer session - Meaningful relationships with students - Opportunities for qualified growth and advancement - Make a lasting impact every day Responsibilities - Develop lessons aligned with New York State Learning Standards and each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) - Implement IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans - Assess student progress using formal and informal assessment methods - Plan and deliver individualized, small-group, and whole-class instruction - Foster an engaging classroom environment that supports academic, behavioral, social, and emotional growth - Prepare instructional materials, assignments, and assessments - Maintain accurate attendance, progress monitoring, and program records - Support students in developing social-emotional skills, self-regulation, and problem‑solving abilities - Collaborate with related service providers, administrators, and families - Direct and supervise assigned Teacher Aide(s) - Utilize Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques when necessary to maintain a safe learning environment Qualifications - New York State Students with Disabilities (SWD) or Applicable Content Area Teaching Certification required - Knowledge of New York State Learning Standards - Strong classroom management and instructional skills - Commitment to building meaningful relationships with students Stanley G. Falk School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Keywords: Special Education Teacher, Students with Disabilities Teacher, Special Education Instructor, Classroom Teacher, SWD Teacher, Teacher, writing teacher, 7th grade teacher Equal Opportunity Employer

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