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All part-timers (and regular subs are considered part-timers) adult ed teachers who work fewer then 30 hours per week, and any other member who can't join the Teacher' Retirement System (TRS) have the option of joining the Board of Education...

Co-teachers in integrated co-teaching classes and English as a new language teachers who provide standalone and/or integrated instruction have the right to file reorganization grievances if they are programmed to have an unreasonable number of class...

See frequently-asked questions regarding special education.

According to the state, school personnel assigned to each Integrated Co-Teaching class must minimally include a special education teacher and a general education teacher.

On this page you'll find links to frequently requested information about special education.

See DOE resources that will help you implement special education programs and services »

Special class services serve students with disabilities whose needs cannot be met within a general education class, including integrated co-teaching classes, even with the use of supplementary aids and services.

Links and resources for additional support and information.

See an excerpt from the Nov. 2016 Principal's Weekly on guidance on providing mandated services and absence coverage in ICT classes.

See this list of key DOE special education guidance for students with disabilities organized by topic.

Group size for SETSS services may not exceed eight students. Learn more »

The student's IEP must indicate the amount of time that the student will receive Special Education Teacher Support Services, the distribution of the time between direct and indirect services, and the location of services. Learn more »

Posts from the Sept. and Oct. 2025 editions of Principal's Digest pertaining to students with disabilities.

Learn what to do if your child is not receiving appropriate special education services.

Gov. Kathy Hochul signed into law a landmark piece of legislation that will lower class sizes in every grade in New York City over the next six years. The FAQ below addresses some common questions and concerns about the bill and the impact it would...

With some exceptions, K–12 teachers are covered by Advance.

SESIS arbitration decision info sent to principals

English Language Learners (ELLs)/Multi-Lingual Learners (MLLs) recommended to receive specialized instruction in special classes may be served in bilingual special classes or in special classes with students who are not ELLs/MLLs.

The delivery of specially designed instruction is the core job responsibility of special education teachers. IDEA regulations define “specially designed instruction” as “adapting, as appropriate to the needs of an eligible child under this part, the...

Read the latest special education guidance, policies and protocols for the 2025-26 school year .

Review this page to reference federal laws, regulations and policy guidance regarding special education.

Students in special classes participate in the general education curriculum, with accommodations and supports, unless otherwise specified on their IEPs.

There are often questions about our Professional Activities/Administrative Duties — Article 6R — and speech teachers.

See our comprehensive guide for parents and families of children receiving special education services.

In special education, compliance means adhering to the federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies that govern the education of students with disabilities.

Get answers to your questions about the workday under the new proposed contract.

See sample SBO ballots for District 75 schools.

See sample SBO ballots for middle schools.

Federal law requires the NYC DOE to identify, locate and evaluate all children with disabilities and those suspected of having a disability who reside in New York City. Learn more »

Integrated Co-Teaching may be provided for all subjects or on an individual subject basis. When Integrated Co-Teaching is recommended for less than the full school day, the student’s IEP must indicate the specific subjects or instructional areas in...

See what contract provisions apply to schools in Districts 75 and 79.