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Teacher (Part-Time) Center for Gifted Youth
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$71,988 / year median in New York
+6% projected growth
Job Description
JOB TYPE
StaffSALARY RANGE
$55 - $96.50 an hourSTART DATE
As soon as possibleFLSA STATUS
ExemptAPPLICATION DEADLINE
Dec 22, 2026CONTACT:
Please submit an online applicationPosition Summary:
The successful candidate for the position of Teacher in the Center for Gifted Youth (Grades K to 9) will provide learning experiences for children with superior intellectual ability that will deepen and extend their intellectual interests as well as develop the skills of independent learning.Key Responsibilities:
The Fall and Spring program (K-9) meets for ten Saturdays from 9:00-12:00 p.m. The summer session (Grades 2 - 9) runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. during the month of July. The candidate will be experienced in at least two of the following areas: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Humanities, the Arts, Law, Social Sciences, Creative Writing, Biology, Earth Science, Physics, Robotics, Coding, so that they can teach more than one class.Education Requirements:
Master's degree preferred New York State Permanent Certification (K-12) in Teacher Education Dual certification a plusTraining, Skills, Knowledge, Experience:
Experience preferred in teaching academically talented students Excellent reading, writing and communication skills Knowledge of facilitating curriculum that is project and inquiry based, emphasizing critical thinking with interdisciplinary connections Technology expertise: knowledge of smart board technology and multi-media presentations Constructivist teaching style Evidence of originality, initiative, commitment to excellence, and enthusiasm for teaching Flexibility in teaching style, knowledge of cooperative learningWorking Conditions:
Classroom environment.Materials & Equipment:
The instructor will meet with the Director concerning materials and equipment needed for the class. About LIU Post LIU Post campus is a scenic, historic, and scholarly campus that offers a small-school environment with the access and resources of a major metropolitan university. The University's 350+ acre campus is located on the estate of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 27 miles east of New York City on Long Island's Gold Coast. The campus houses the Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine, the first professional School of Accountancy, an AACSB-accredited Business School, and an award-winning theater program. LIU is home to the world-renowned Tilles Center for the Performing Arts and the Shark Stadium, where supporters gather to cheer on the Sharks' Division I athletic program.Benefits
- Dental Insurance