Special Education Teacher
Benefits
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
About The Special Education Teacher Role
Provide exceptional care and instruction (80% time)
Support the development and education of preschool children with special needs, ages 3 to 5 years, inside the classroom and alongside the Lead Teacher.
Teach basic academic, behavior, social interaction and living skills using behavior modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
Support the child’s understanding of the curriculum and behavior needs through strong, language-based, on-on-one interaction.
Classroom Culture
Implement effective classroom management, when needed.
Help to create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment where children are encouraged to be curious and excited to learn.
Help to set and reinforce classroom expectations and routines.
Planning and Data Analysis
Observe, evaluate, and prepare reports on progress for IEPs of the children.
Document your work including notes, care plans and ongoing progress in our paperless electronic record system.
Prepares goals and instructional materials according to the goals established by the Individual Education Plan.
Coincide with preschool team on curriculum implementation.
Discuss the development of the IEP with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others.
About You
- A passion for our mission to redefine special needs preschool for children and their families.
- Expertise in delivering care for educational, developmental, and social emotional delays and a drive to learn and expand your skills.
- A warm, engaging approach with a family-centered focus.
- The drive to work hard, to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of care for children with special needs.
- Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to share feedback across teams in a collaborative and solution-oriented way.
- A degree in Special Education with course work in early childhood.
- An active NYS Special Education certification is a plus, but not required. (If you do not have your certification yet, we will help you get it!)