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.
We are hiring in Port Jervis, NY! Join us at Easterseals NY for an exciting career as a Special Education Teacher (10-month position) What You'll Do As a Special Education Teacher for the preschool program, you will design and implement classroom program under the guidance of the School Administrator and/or designated staff. You will design a classroom environment that is both motivating and stimulating for students.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
Provide weekly written plan to the administrator electronically Design lesson plans based on the Units of Study, Creative Curriculum, and the diagnostic information from the IEP Maintain periodic progress reports (Gold Teaching Strategies) Attend
CPSE/CSE
meetings at appropriate time intervals during the school year Implement behavioral system based on the Positive Discipline policy and PBIS Assure daily attendance records are maintained and submitted appropriately throughout the school year Submit Progress reports and annual reports at appropriate times throughout the school year Attend staff and classroom meeting and parent teacher conferences Assure that all students are supervised at all times in safe, clean environment Attend 4 staff developments days throughout the school year Establish and maintain a respectful work environment with co-workers, parents, and visitors to the program
Supervise classroom staff assigned to your classroom You're a great fit for this role if you have: Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university. Eligible for teacher certification or enrolled in Master's degree program leading to certification. Minimum 2 years relevant experience. Meet minimum requirements of the appropriate State Board of Education.
Compensation:
$50,000- $60,000 (depending on credentials and experience)
10-month position with the option to work for the summer session for increased compensation Who We Are Easterseals is a standard-bearer for creating equity and access for people with disabilities and other barriers to long term self-sufficiency. For 100 years, Easterseals has been an indispensable resource for people and families living with disabilities. Throughout all life's moments - from the extraordinary to the ordinary and everything in between - Easterseals is here to help people and families realize and reach for their full potential. The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V.
