Special Education Head Teacher

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Donation matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate NYS Certified Special Education Teacher. The successful candidate will work with children ages 4 - 13 with a range of special needs and disabilities, creating individualized educational plans to help each student reach their full potential.

Responsibilities:

• Work with small groups of students on activities focused on goal acquisition, social skills and communication in accordance with teacher established lesson plans and a student’s IEP
• Implement behavior plans in accordance with student’s BIPs and classroom behavior management strategies and collect data when needed for progress monitoring
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers
• Carryover daily school routines
• Work on ADL skills
• Go on community outings to practice real-life skills
• Work with individual student(s) or small groups of students on special instructional curriculum/projects/lessons; assisting students in the use of instructional resources
• Hours: 7:30am- 3:30pm
• School is located in lower Manhattan.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Childhood Special Education (required)
• NYS Teaching Certificate (preferred)
• Experience working with children with a range of special needs and disabilities and students with behavioral challenges
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team

We offer a supportive work environment, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of students with special needs. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and helping students reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you!