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1.0 FTE Elementary Special Education Teacher, PreK–Grade 6

(Early Elementary / PreK experience preferred)

Start Date: August 31, 2026

Location: Fishers Island School, Fishers Island, New York

About the Role

Fishers Island School is seeking a compassionate, creative, and highly skilled special educator to serve as an elementary special education teacher, supporting students from PreK through grade 6. This is a unique opportunity for a teacher who thrives on building deep relationships, designing individualized programming, and partnering closely with families and colleagues in a tight-knit island community.

The successful candidate will work with a small but exceptionally diverse caseload — supporting students with a wide range of learning, developmental, communication, and social-emotional profiles. With small class sizes and a collaborative faculty, this role offers the autonomy to design truly individualized programming alongside the mission and stability of a NY State public school.

Key Responsibilities

Individualized instruction and student support

Provide individualized and small-group special education instruction for PreK and elementary students across a wide range of needs and developmental levels
Deliver direct instruction targeting academic, communication, self-regulation, and social skill goals
Customize and personalize instruction to address students' diverse learning profiles, developmental stages, and strengths
Motivate students to become confident, independent learners while honoring the supports each child needs to thrive

IEPs and case management

Develop, implement, progress-monitor, and update IEP goals, accommodations, modifications, and instructional supports
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with NY State special education regulations and timelines
Lead and participate in CSE meetings, collaborating with families, administrators, and related service providers
Consult and coordinate with shared-service providers (including speech, OT, PT, counseling, and others as assigned) to ensure cohesive delivery of services and instruction on specific learning goals

Collaboration and inclusive practice

Partner with general education classroom teachers to design and deliver inclusive, developmentally appropriate learning experiences
Co-plan accommodations, modifications, and instructional supports that allow students to access grade-level content alongside their peers
Support classroom teachers and aides in implementing behavior plans, communication supports, and instructional strategies

Classroom culture and family partnership

Build a learning environment in which students feel safe, supported, engaged, and excited to learn
Develop strong, trusting relationships with families through consistent communication and partnership
Promote student investment in school culture and celebrate student growth across academic and developmental domains

Professional growth and school community

Design, develop, and evaluate learning experiences using effective, contemporary instructional tools and resources aligned with NY State learning standards
Promote, support, and model creative and innovative instructional practices
Continuously improve professional practice, model lifelong learning, and contribute positively to the school community

Qualifications

Eligibility for NY State Certification in Special Education — Students with Disabilities, Birth–Grade 2 and/or Grades 1–6 (one or both)
Early elementary and/or PreK experience preferred
Experience working with students requiring individualized behavioral, academic, and communication supports preferred
ABA / BCBA certification preferred

What We Offer

Highly competitive salary and benefits per the teacher contract
On-island housing is available, subject to availability
Small class sizes and a personalized, student-centered school culture
The autonomy to build truly individualized programming for each student, with the support of a collaborative faculty and administration
A unique living and teaching experience in one of the most distinctive communities in New York State

To Apply

Interested, qualified applicants should email a cover letter, resume, transcripts, certification (or evidence of certification eligibility), and three letters of reference to:

Christian Arsenault, Superintendent/Principal c.arsenault@fischool.com

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis upon receipt

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1.0 FTE Mathematics Teacher, Grades 7–12

Start Date: August 31, 2026

Location: Fishers Island School, Fishers Island, New York

About the Role

Fishers Island School is seeking a passionate and adaptable mathematics educator to serve as our sole 7–12 math teacher. This is a rare opportunity for a creative, ambitious teacher to design and own a complete secondary mathematics program — shaping the mathematical experience of every middle and high school student in our close-knit island community.

The successful candidate will be both a classroom teacher and a curriculum architect: building a vertically aligned, NY State–aligned program from grade 7 through senior-year electives, while differentiating instruction within each class to meet the needs of students across a wide range of abilities, interests, and post-graduation goals. With small class sizes — often fewer than five to ten students per section — this role offers the autonomy of independent school teaching with the mission and stability of a NY State public school.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching across the 7–12 continuum

Teach all secondary mathematics courses, including General Math (grades 7–8), Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, and Statistics, with the possibility of additional coursework based on student need and teacher expertise
Plan, deliver, and assess instruction across multiple preps daily, often with mixed-ability groupings within a single section
Differentiate instruction within every class — designing scaffolded entry points, extension tasks, and varied modes of practice so that students working below, at, and above grade level can all engage meaningfully with the same core concepts

Curriculum design and ownership

Develop, document, and continuously refine a coherent 7–12 mathematics curriculum fully aligned with the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards
Build vertical alignment across grade levels so concepts, vocabulary, and skills progress logically from middle school through senior-year coursework
Select, adapt, and evaluate curricular materials, instructional resources, and assessments — including digital tools and mathematical software — to fit our students and setting

Classroom culture and student investment

Build a classroom culture in which students genuinely enjoy mathematics, embrace productive struggle, and take ownership of their own learning
Motivate students to reason critically, communicate mathematical thinking clearly, and persist through challenge
Help students set personal learning goals, monitor their own progress, and develop the study habits and self-advocacy they will carry into college and careers
Develop strong, communicative relationships with families and contribute actively to school culture

Professional growth and school community

Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines on interdisciplinary projects, advisory, and schoolwide initiatives
Model lifelong learning by continuously refining instructional practice and pursuing relevant professional development
Contribute to the broader life of the school and the Fishers Island community

Qualifications

Eligibility for NY State Certification as a Mathematics Teacher, Grades 7–12
Strong content knowledge across the full 7–12 mathematics sequence, including statistics and pre-calculus
Demonstrated ability (or clear potential) to differentiate instruction for students with a wide range of mathematical backgrounds and abilities

What We Offer

Highly competitive salary and benefits per the teacher contract
On-island housing is available, subject to availability
Small class sizes and a personalized, student-centered school culture
The autonomy to build a mathematics program you believe in, with the support of a collaborative faculty and administration
A unique living and teaching experience in one of the most distinctive communities in New York State

To Apply

Interested, qualified applicants should email a cover letter, resume, transcripts, certification (or evidence of certification eligibility), and three letters of reference to:

Christian Arsenault, Superintendent/Principal c.arsenault@fischool.com

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis upon receipt

Fishers Island School

Night Custodian (Part-Time)

Location: Fishers Island School, Fishers Island, NY
Start Date: July 1, 2026 (approximately)

Hours: Approximately 10 hours per week (evening schedule; flexible based on school needs)

Position Overview

Fishers Island School is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Part-Time Night Custodian to help maintain our school facilities during evening hours. This position is ideal for an individual looking for flexible part-time work and who takes pride in keeping facilities clean, safe, and well-maintained.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, hallways, restrooms, and common areas
Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and perform general custodial duties
Empty trash and recycling receptacles
Assist with room setup and breakdown for school and community events
Report maintenance, safety, or security concerns to the Superintendent/Principal
Assist with seasonal cleaning projects as needed

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Prior custodial, facilities, maintenance, or related experience preferred
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and perform physical tasks
Strong attention to detail and reliability
Ability to work independently
Positive attitude and commitment to maintaining a welcoming school environment

Compensation

Hourly rate commensurate with experience
Flexible scheduling within evening hours

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

Letter of Interest
Resume (if available)
Two Professional References

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Submit application materials to:

Christian Arsenault
Superintendent/Principal
Fishers Island School

Email: c.arsenault@fischool.com

Fishers Island School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.