Special Education Teacher and Career Program Coordinator - Leave Replacement - JJMS/JJHS

Internal Posting Katonah -Lewisboro School District Announces the Following Anticipated Vacancy for the 2026-2027 School Year Special Education Teacher (0.8 FTE) and Career Program Coordinator (0.2 FTE) Leave Replacement Location: John Jay Middle School and John Jay High School Hours : Full Time , Temporary; 7 -hour day Start Date: January 5, 2027 , through June 30, 2 027 Salary & Benefits: $64,276 to $152,199 as per the KLDT A contract Special Education Teacher Position: Description: • Experience, knowledge and background related to NYS learning standards and multiple assessments including formative and benchmark assessments in unit designs. • Knowledge of Individualized Education Plans, including writing IEPs. • Desire and knowledge to balance students' social/emotional and academic/intellectual needs. • Evidence of strong communication and interpersonal skills with parents, staff, and students. • Desire and ability to work collaboratively with an academic team. • Evidence of strong speaking and writing skills. • Knowledge and evidence of unit planning based on standards and big ideas, differentiated instruction and curriculum mapping. • Experience teaching in an Integrated Co -Teaching (ICT) setting . • Uses varied instructional methods and assessments to support: • Specially designed instruction • Engaged Learning • Higher order thinking skills • Meaningful, authentic use of knowledge • Integration of 21st century skills • Evidence of strong classroom management with an emphasis on student engagement and student success in the classroom. • Actively participate in a professional learning community (PLC), engaging in ongoing, collaborative professional learning to refine and enhance instructional practice. • Work with colleagues to analyze student data, share best practices, and implement research -based strategies that improve student outcomes. Qualifications: Possess a current NYS SWD Grades 7 -12 Certification Career Program Coordinator Position: Position Summary: The Career Program Coordinator will support the development and implementation of a career pathways program that introduces students to the International Baccalaureate Career -related Programme framework and related curriculum experiences. This role is designed to strengthen opportunities for students to connect rigorous academic learning with career -focused coursework, applied skills, senior internships reflecting application of CP pathways, and postsecondary planning. Assignment: This coordinator role will be assigned as part of the teacher's regular full -time equivalent (FTE). The selected teacher will continue to serve in their instructional role while receiving designated time and responsibi lity within their existing FTE to coordinate program planning, communication, and implementation. Qualifications: • Current certification and successful teaching experience at the secondary level. • Demonstrated interest or experience in career pathways, interdisciplinary learning, curriculum development, or college and career readiness. • Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, International Baccalaureate philosophy, standards, and career -related programming. • Strong organizational, communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills. • Ability to work effectively with students, families, colleagues, administrators, and external partners. Responsibilities for the position include the following: • Collaborate with building and district leadership, school counselors, department leaders, teachers, and community partners to identify appropriate course sequences and career -connected learning opportunities. • Serve as a liaison between school -based teams and any external organizations, higher education partners, industry partners, or International Baccalaureate resources involved in program development. • Maintain relevant documentation, timelines, and communication related to program development, implementation, and evaluation. Application Deadline: November 17, 2026 Internal Candidates: Please email resume/letter of interest to Jeffrey Swiatowicz jswiatowicz@klschools.org and Steven Siciliano ssiciliano@klschools.org and include the name of the position you are applying to in the Subject line. All Other Candidates: Please apply online to OLAS at: www.olasjobs.org/lhv The Katonah -Lewisboro School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, religion, ethnicity, age, gender and disability in the educational programs and activities it operates.