Special Education Teacher, Preschool

Special Education Teacher, Preschool 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars 395 Becker Drive, Schenectady, NY 12306 $50,000

• $65,000 a year
• Full-time Crossroads Center For Children 12 reviews $50,000
• $65,000 a year
• Full-time Autism-Focused Special Education Teacher
• Preschool (Ages 2-5) Full-Time | $50,000
• 65,000/year | Paid Training | Comprehensive Benefits Do you love celebrating first words, first friendships, and those magical "I did it!

" moments? Do you enjoy helping little learners discover the world around them? If so, you might be a perfect fit for the team at Crossroads Center for Children . Every day at Crossroads, our teachers help young children build the communication, social, play, self-help, and early learning skills that set the foundation for lifelong success. In this role, you'll work with incredible preschoolers, collaborate with a supportive team, and help students grow in confidence and independence. About Crossroads Crossroads Center for Children, located in the Princetown, NY provides specialized education for students ages 2-10 . Our preschool program serves young learners ages 2-5 in integrated specialized classrooms designed to support children with autism and similar developmental needs. Our programs use principles from Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) —an evidence-based approach that focuses on teaching meaningful skills, encouraging positive behaviors, and helping children develop functional communication. Our classrooms are highly collaborative environments where teachers work alongside: Teaching Assistants Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) Speech & Language Pathologists Occupational Therapists Physical Therapists You'll have a full team supporting you and your students every step of the way. Our Mission To prepare individuals with and without developmental disabilities for life success within their family and community. Our Vision Every student we serve will achieve a full and productive life. Our Philosophy Crossroads utilizes interventions from ABA , a field grounded in the scientific study of learning and behavior. What Your Days Will Look Like As a Preschool Special Education Teacher, you'll lead a classroom focused on early learning through structured teaching, play, and social interaction . You'll work closely with an Educational Supervisor and BCBA to help students reach their developmental goals. Each classroom includes multiple teaching assistants to support instruction and student engagement.

Your responsibilities will include:

Planning and leading engaging group activities focused on early learning, play, and social skills Teaching communication, play, and self-help skills through structured and natural learning opportunities Creating and updating individualized skill acquisition materials and binders Providing Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI) and other ABA-based teaching strategies Supervising and supporting teaching assistants Scheduling classroom staff coverage Writing reports and maintaining documentation Collaborating with BCBAs and related service providers to implement students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Attending IEP, team, and school meetings Collecting ABA data to track student progress and guide instruction Celebrating the many small victories that lead to big developmental gains What We're Looking For We're seeking teachers who are: Patient, energetic, and compassionate Fun-loving and comfortable getting on the floor to play and teach Mission-driven and dedicated to helping children succeed Organized and dependable Lifelong learners excited to grow their skills Schedule Full-time | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM

• 3:30 PM Follows a school-year calendar , including a six-week summer program . Salary $50,000
• $65,000 per year Benefits We support the people who support our students.

Health & Wellness Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program Veterinary Insurance Professional & Financial Growth Paid initial training Continuing education opportunities Tuition reimbursement for college or graduate school Professional development assistance Conference reimbursement Retirement plan Work-Life Balance Paid time off School-year calendar schedule Six-week summer program Qualifications Teaching Certification (Early Childhood or Special Education preferred) Experience in Special Education or Early Childhood (preferred) Why Crossroads? Because helping young children take their first steps toward independence is incredibly rewarding. At Crossroads, you'll join a team that celebrates progress, supports one another, and believes every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Doing What Works. Seizing Every Opportunity. Working Together.

Learn more about us:

https://crossroadcenter.org/ Questions? Feel free to reach out! Jared High Director of Staff Development JaredH@crossroadcenter.org

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00

• $65,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Experience:

Special education: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person