Astoria Blue Feather ELC Special Education Preschool Teacher

Company Description

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Location

Astoria Blue Feather ELC, 27‑07 8th Street, Astoria, NY 11102

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Referral Program
• Professional Development & more

Schedule

Full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 8:30 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. (10‑month program with a 30‑day summer session).

Responsibilities

• Assess students' needs and abilities, and prepare lesson plans for a self‑contained classroom.
• Assess students' developmental levels and design individualized plans utilizing a behavioral approach based on theories of applied behavioral analysis and/or TEACCH principles.
• Create developmentally sound and appropriate IEP goals and objectives focusing on strengths, areas for improvement, and preferences for reinforcers and motivational strategies.
• Prepare daily schedule/lesson plan for each student with activities aligned to NYS Pre‑Kindergarten Foundation for the Common Core Standards or NYS Common Core Standards, informed by authentic assessment data, advancing school‑readiness goals and reflecting IEP objectives.
• Prepare progress reports, update IEPs as needed, and participate in review meetings.

Qualifications

• BA or MA and New York State Certification in Special Education (Students with Disabilities Grades B‑2 or All Grades) required.
• Experience in autism preferred.
• Teachers on a plan are available for those in process of their SWD (Students with Disabilities) and MA degree.

Pay

$74,200.00 – $74,282.00 per year