Full-Time Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Special Education Teacher who is passionate and committed to working with children, supporting families, and collaborating with a team of therapists to create safe and nurturing environments where all children thrive.

Responsibilities

• Lead teacher for our infant, toddler, and preschool programs (ages 3 months-5 years)
• Create developmentally appropriate child-centered curricula, instructional materials, goals, and strategies consistent with each student’s individual needs
• Cultivate a community of belonging where each child feels seen, heard, and valued
• Create a nurturing and safe environment to meet the various needs of students
• Develop differentiated methods of instruction to meet the needs of each student
• Familiarity with various observation and assessment methods
• Collaborate regularly with our therapy team and parents
• Serve as an advocate for all students
• Track goals, update assessments, and coordinate student success plans for all students
• Experience in classroom management
• Encourage a learning environment of celebration and respect for differences

Qualifications

• MUST hold a Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Child Development, or other related field from an accredited program
• MUST have either a valid state credential in Special Education and certification in Early Childhood Special Education OR a Master’s Degree in Special Education
• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children and/or infants and toddlers (ideally in an inclusive setting) is required
• Knowledge and expertise in assessing and treating a wide range of suspected developmental delays or disabilities in the areas of fine and gross motor skills, cognition, communication, self-help and social-emotional areas
• Basic knowledge of commonly used ASL words
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate and interact compassionately with children and with teachers, parents, and other professionals
• A deep understanding and appreciation for cultural diversity, with the capacity to engage effectively with individuals from various backgrounds
• Demonstrated understanding of individualized treatment planning and the ability to adapt interventions and differentiate instruction to meet diverse needs
• Ability to work effectively as part of a transdisciplinary team, collaborating with teachers, therapists, and other professionals
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children of all abilities
• Flexibility to adapt to the dynamic needs of a pilot program and work in a collaborative, innovative environment
• Regular access to reliable transportation
• Commitment to continued professional development
• Conversational Fluency in Spanish a big plus!

Physical Requirements Of The Job

• Standing for 2+ plus hours per day
• Stooping, bending, climbing, and walking frequently
• Lifting up to 40 pounds
• May involve possible appropriate and physical interventions in order to maintain a safe learning environment

Application

To Apply Please submit your resume, and letter of intent in your own authentic words (please, no AI!) outlining your relevant experience and interest in working at Includ(Ed) to jobs@includedsd.org. In the subject line, please include "Special Education Teacher"