Special Education Teacher - Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center
Qualifications
- Special Education degree (Bachelor’s and/or Master’s)
- Appropriate New York State certification as a Special Education Teacher (initial or professional), unless waived by the New York State Education Department
- If certification was received after February 2, 2004, Birth to Grade 2 certification is required for Early Intervention and/or Preschool Special Education programs, unless waived by the New York State Education Department
Essential Functions
- Complete annual assessments on all assigned students
- Complete lesson plans on a weekly basis and submit to the Coordinator of Early Childhood Services
- Ensure the proper storage and use of classroom equipment and supplies
- Bring maintenance needs to the attention of the Coordinator of Early Childhood Services
- Designate an appropriately qualified staff member as Head of Group if away from the classroom
- Complete incident reports and documentation of minor injuries as needed
- Maintain confidentiality of family and child records
- Remain cognizant of child's current medical status and consult with medical staff regarding any changes
- Maintain accurate attendance records, billing sheets, and progress notes in compliance with regulatory and reimbursement standards
- Participate in school district Committee on Preschool Special Education Meetings as needed
- Provide assistance to children such as toileting, eating, dressing, etc.
- Oversee and participate in the general maintenance of supplies and the classroom environment, performing sanitation duties, ordering supplies, etc. as needed
- Maintain family contact as coordinated by the Coordinator of Early Childhood Services
- Prepare discharge summaries for those children who are discharged from the program
Competencies
- Energetic
- Ethical Conduct
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Confidentiality
- Project Management
- Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Supervisory Responsibility
Has no direct reports.
Travel
As appropriate to the position to provide necessary services.
Work Environment
The position operates out of the Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center and may require lifting of children, playing with students on the floor or outside. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, lift, kneel, bend, twist, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 pounds on a regular basis when assisting with the children.
Wage Range
$54,075-$61,104/Year, more based on education and experience.