Special Education Teacher — Grades 1–6

Job overview

The Special Education Teacher — Grades 1–6 role is onsite in Buffalo, NY. Compensation is $47,256–$60,879 per year, based on education and relevant experience. The position is in Gateway-Longview’s Lynde School, whose education programs support K–12 students facing behavioral, social, and emotional challenges. The teacher delivers individualized academic and behavioral instruction aligned with state standards, IEPs, and agency policies. The role supports student growth through structured classroom instruction, progress monitoring, family communication, and collaboration with support staff and service providers.

What you'll do

• Maintain a safe, structured 6:1:1 classroom
• provide active student supervision
• develop differentiated lesson plans
• implement and monitor IEPs
• track progress and adjust instruction
• use trauma-informed and restorative practices
• collaborate with families, service providers, administrators, and support staff
• maintain lesson, progress, incident, and communication records
• participate in training and professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher

grades 1–6

buffalo ny

gateway-longview

lynde school

6:1:1 classroom

iep

behavioral support

trauma-informed practices

restorative practices

$47,256–$60,879/year

medical insurance

403(b)

summer program

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• wellness program
• employee assistance program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• professional development and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Full-time, 10-month position with a six-week summer program; New York State special education certification required or candidate must be working toward or willing to pursue appropriate certification.

About the employer

Gateway-Longview, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.