Brooklyn Blue Feather Special Education School Age Teacher

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.

About the role

Full-time Special Education School Age Teacher position at Brooklyn Blue Feather Elementary School in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn (2335 Gerritsen Avenue). This is a 10-month program with a 30-day summer session, Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' needs and abilities, and prepare lesson plans for a self-contained classroom.
• Assess students' developmental levels and design individualized plans utilizing behavioral approaches based on theories of applied behavioral analysis and/or TEACCH principles.
• Create developmentally sound and appropriate IEP goals and objectives focusing on areas of strengths, areas for improvement, and preferences for reinforcers and motivational strategies.
• Prepare daily schedules/lesson plans for each student with activities aligned to NYS Prekindergarten Foundation for the Common Core Standards or NYS Common Core Standards, informed by authentic assessment data, which advance school readiness goals and reflect the objectives contained in IEP.
• Prepare Progress Reports and update IEP as needed; participate in review meetings.

Requirements

• BA or MA and New York State Certification in Special Education (Students with Disabilities Grades 1-6 or All Grades) required.
• Experience in autism preferred.

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

Pay

$79,760.00 - $81,411.00 per year

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:30 A.M.–3:30 P.M.