Dual Certified Science Teacher

Dutchess County BOCES · India

Position Type: Secondary School Teacher/ TEACHER-SCIENCE

Date Posted: 8/28/2026

Location: Resilience Academy (High-Needs School)

Closing Date: 09/08/2026

Anticipated

Dual Certified Science/ Special Education Teacher

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

The Dual-Certified Science / Special Education Teacher designs and delivers specialized science instruction for students with disabilities in classroom ratios of up to 15 students in a class. Aligning lessons with NYS Science Standards, the teacher modifies curricula to fulfill student IEP goals, manages compliance, and collaborates with families and school teams to close achievement gaps in an inclusive classroom.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Full-time, 10-month, tenure track assignment.
• Competitive salary; negotiable based on qualifications and experience.
• Full complement of health benefits

SUPERVISES : N/A

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

• Dual NYS certification in Science and Students with Disabilities (SWD).
• Teaching Science in special education settings and managing/writing NYS-compliant IEPs.
• Implementing positive behavioral supports in inclusive or self-contained classrooms.
• Strong skills for co-teaching, case management, and partnering with families and school teams.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and deliver modified, accessible mathematics lessons tailored to diverse learners.
• Write, implement, and monitor student IEP goals, maintaining strict regulatory compliance.
• Administer and analyze diagnostic math assessments to track progress and adjust interventions.

SALARY

$60,000 - $80,000 approximate (BOCES Faculty Association Contract)