Elementary Teacher - Leave Replacement

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following position:

Elementary Teacher (Leave Replacement)  - Fulmar Road Elementary School       

Anticipated Effective Dates: 9/1/25-1/29/26

• Appropriate NY State teaching certification required.

 The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following probationary position:

School Psychologist – Mahopac Middle School

The School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing problem-solving and standardized evaluations. The School Psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) conferences and problem-solving meetings designing systems, programs and services that maximize students’ social, emotional, and educational success. In collaboration with staff, families, students, and communities the school psychologist promotes effective educational environments.

Qualities:

• Self motivated/directed 
• Create and manage a dynamic schedule
• Prioritize direct contact with students and providing mandated services
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of adolescent development and psychology 
• Possess knowledge of current research regarding social emotional learning, standards and practices
• Trauma informed
• Flexible
• Team player willing to collaborate with colleagues
• Knowledge of new and innovative ways to support students in regard to virtual and social media concerns/issues
• Familiarity with a variety of evaluation tools  
• Trustworthy with confidential information
• NYS School Psychologist certification required

Job Functions:

Conduct psychological assessments and interpret results for students and participate in IEP conferences, team meetings, and problem-solving meetings. 

2. Provide individual and group counseling per IEP requirements. 

3. Participate in IEP conferences and problem-solving meetings. 

4. Lead crisis intervention efforts and provide insight into the development of functional assessments and behavior intervention plans. 

5. Integrate psychological services into the classroom environment as appropriate.

6. Provide assistance to staff in the design and implementation of appropriate interventions and accommodations for students. 

7. Contribute to program development that furthers the integration of social, coping, and problem-solving in the classroom. 

8. Provide support services to parents/guardians as needed. 

9. Coordinate and/or collaborate with a range of individuals/agencies to promote and provide comprehensive services to students and families. 

10. Provide and/or assist in professional development for staff 

11. Participate in professional growth activities on a yearly basis

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary position:

Art Teacher – Austin Road Elementary School

• NYS Certification in Art required
• Experience with a variety of different forms of art including Fine, Digital and Applied arts
• Experience working with students with disabilities 
• Ability to teach the elements of art
• Ability to inspire students

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated position for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Physical Education Teacher (.8) – Mahopac High School

• NYS Certification in Physical Education required

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary position for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Special Education Teacher - ICT – Lakeview Elementary School

Qualifications:

• Valid NYS certification in Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6) required.
• Experience implementing reading intervention and monitoring student progress.
• Experience in Specially Designed Instruction and co-teaching preferred.
• Knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention techniques
• Demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively and actively communicate with administrators, teachers, support staff, and parents;
• Demonstrates superior written and oral communication skills.
• Experience administering standardized assessments 

Responsibilities Include: 

• Collaborate with General Education Teachers Co-plan and co-deliver instruction in inclusive classroom settings. Align teaching strategies with general curriculum standards and individual student needs.
• Develop and Implement IEPs Write and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations. Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals.
• Differentiate Instruction Provide targeted instruction based on students’ learning styles and needs. Adapt materials and strategies to ensure access for all learners.
• Use Data to Drive Instruction Collect and analyze student performance data. Modify instruction based on formative assessments and behavioral data.
• Support Behavioral and Social-Emotional Development Implement behavior intervention plans and positive behavioral supports. Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Communicate with Families and Staff Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress. Participate in IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and team meetings.
• Ensure Compliance and Documentation Maintain accurate records, including IEP paperwork, service logs, and progress reports. Follow school, district, and state guidelines for special education services.
• Engage in Professional Development Attend training sessions and stay current on best practices in special education and inclusive teaching.
   

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary position for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

School Psychologist – Mahopac High School

• The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and have some experience in working in a therapeutic setting.
• NYS School Psychologist certification required.

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary position for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Secondary CSE Chairperson – Mahopac Middle School / Mahopac High School

• Chair the committee on Special Education.
• Display excellent communication skills and maintain excellent communication skills.
• The ideal candidate would be knowledgeable of the regulations in regards to special education and section 504.
• NYS School Psychologist certification required.

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary position for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Science/Special Education Teacher – Mahopac High School

• The candidate must have 9-12 Science and Special Education certifications.  
• Experience providing specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in the high school setting. Additionally, the candidate should have strong knowledge of the Secondary Science Standards.  
• Key responsibilities will include developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans; utilizing specially designed instruction strategies to enhance learning outcomes for students; collaborating with colleagues within the Special Education and Science departments; creating a positive and supportive classroom atmosphere that encourages student engagement and participation and communicating with students, parents, and staff regarding student progress and needs. 

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary position for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Special Education Teacher - ICT – Austin Road Elementary School

• Valid NYS certification in Students with Disabilities (Birth-Grade 2 and Grades 1-6) required. 
• Experience implementing reading intervention and monitoring student progress.
• Experience in Specially Designed Instruction and co-teaching preferred.

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary position for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Special Education Teacher 12:1:2 (Grades 2-3) – Lakeview Elementary School

Qualifications:

• Holds a NY State teaching certificate in special education (Childhood 1-6)
• Has some experience working in a school setting providing data driven instruction for children with moderate to severe deficits including intellectual disability, language disabilities, and/or autism
• Demonstrates knowledge of; explicit special education instruction across all academic domains including language, adaptive skills, self management skills and behavior.
• Experience administering standardized assessments 
• Demonstrates the ability to use Evidenced based instructional strategies and/or curriculum differentiated to meet the unique students in the class
• Knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention techniques
• Demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively and actively communicate with administrators, teachers, support staff, and parents;
• Demonstrates superior written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring that a variety of explicit instruction methods are used with all students 
• Attending CSE meetings and other relevant meetings with parents;
• Collaborate and communicate regularly and effectively with staff, administration and parents on behalf of the student’s success
• Knowledge of management strategies for students with special needs including, but not limited to, those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning disabilities, other health impairments and emotional disabilities.
• Assisting with development, implementation, and review of Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) for all assigned students;
• Managing and organizing educational and teaching materials within the classroom environment;
• Managing and working with teaching assistants and aides to meet the academic needs of students.
• Effective communication with students and families.  

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary position for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Special Education Teacher 8:1:2 – Lakeview Elementary School

Qualifications

• Holds a NY State teaching certificate in special education K-2 and Childhood 1-6; Registered Behavior Technician or Board Certified Behavior Analysis certification preferred, but not required.
• Has a minimum of three-year’s experience working in a school setting providing data driven instruction, including but not limited to Discrete Trial Teaching for children with moderate to severe deficits including intellectual disability, language disabilities, and/or autism
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of explicit special education instruction across all academic domains including language, adaptive skills, self management skills and behavior.
• Demonstrates the ability to work with students who utilize an AAC device to promote universal design principles using an experiential approach to learning.
• Experience administering alternative assessments and progress monitoring student learning aligned to New York State alternate assessment standards.
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with students to facilitate increased independence by promoting the generalization of skills with decreased adult prompting.
• Demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively and actively communicate with administrators, teachers, support staff, and parents.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan, schedule, and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously; including the tasks to be implemented by teaching assistants assigned to the class.
• Demonstrates the ability to design and develop IEPs, safety plans, and update behavior intervention plans in consultation with school clinician.
• Knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention techniques.
•  Knowledge of the prompting hierarchy.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring that a variety of explicit instruction methods with all students (e.g. discrete-trial teaching).
• Ensuring that student motivational and reinforcement systems are managed.
• Attending CSE meetings and other relevant meetings with parents.
• Collecting, summarizing, and evaluating data on skill acquisition programs and behavior intervention plans, including written reports and visual graphic displays of data.
• Assisting with development, implementation, and review of Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) for all assigned students.
• Managing and organizing educational and teaching materials within the classroom environment.
•  Managing and working with teaching assistants and aides to meet the academic and daily living skills of students.

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary positions for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Special Education Teachers – Mahopac Middle School

• NYS Special Education Grades 5-9 or K-12 certification required.
• Dual certification in 5-9 Math, Science, English or Social Studies preferred.
• Special Education Teacher with experience teaching in a special class setting. 
• The ideal candidate would have experience progress monitoring goals. 
• Experience with managing behavior or augmentative & alternative communication (AAC) a plus.

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary position for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Elementary Teacher – Austin Road Elementary School

• Valid NYS certification in Pre-K-6, Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), and/or Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) is required.
• Experience with Teachers College Reading/Writing Project
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues and partner with students & parents in the learning process.
• Experience designing student-centered lessons and engaging curricula that individually challenges students and inspires them to grow.
• Thoughtful, reflective practitioner that is culturally responsive in their pedagogical approach with a proven commitment to the principles of equity and inclusion.
• Highly skilled in differentiating instruction to personalize learning to meet the diverse needs of all students.
• Demonstrated understanding of authentic assessment, data-driven instruction, and methods for gathering and evaluating evidence of deeper learning.
• Experience integrating Science of Reading research into K-5 Literacy.

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Mahopac Central School District seeks to fill the following anticipated probationary positions for the 2025/2026 School Year: 

Elementary Teachers – Fulmar Road Elementary School & Lakeview Elementary School

The successful candidate(s)will:

• Valid NYS certification in Pre-K-6, Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), and/or Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) is required.
• Experience with Teachers College Reading/Writing Project
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues and partner with students & parents in the learning process.
• Experience designing student-centered lessons and engaging curricula that individually challenges students and inspires them to grow.
• Thoughtful, reflective practitioner that is culturally responsive in their pedagogical approach with a proven commitment to the principles of equity and inclusion.
• Highly skilled in differentiating instruction to personalize learning to meet the diverse needs of all students.
• Demonstrated understanding of authentic assessment, data-driven instruction, and methods for gathering and evaluating evidence of deeper learning.

The Mahopac Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.