Preschool Special Education Teacher- Manhattan

ADAPT Community Network•New York, NY

1d•$67,706 - $79,568•Onsite

About The Position

ADAPT Community Network is seeking a Preschool Special Education Teacher for the Manhattan Children's Program. Under general direction, the teacher conducts special education preschool or Early Intervention classes according to student needs and applicable regulatory requirements, and serves as team leader for each student’s team. This is a management and supervisory position, including responsibility for Teacher Assistants assigned to the teacher’s team. The teacher plans and conducts adapted classes and activities, assesses students, prepares and implements IFSPs/IEPs, and evaluates goals and objectives. The role includes educational assessment, student transition and intake activities, classroom planning and adaptations, documentation and progress reporting, participation in interdisciplinary and parent meetings, and collaboration with agency personnel. The teacher also supervises and trains Teacher Assistants and student teachers, supports students with personal care and transitions as needed, and performs related duties as requested. The position requires availability Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Compensation is $67,705.57–$79,567.50 annually, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus and industry-leading benefits. ADAPT describes a team culture focused on learning, support, collaboration, and career growth, and offers paid training. The organization emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Proficiency using a personal computer and appropriate software.
Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, children, parents, and outside contacts.
Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff records.
Availability Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Master’s degree in Special Education and New York State Certification in Special Education Early Childhood (Birth–2nd Grade), and compliance with additional New York State certification requirements; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree while currently obtaining a master’s degree and/or special education certification may qualify the candidate to work as a Special Education Teacher on a Study Plan.

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct classes and activities adapted to students’ needs.
Assess students and prepare IFSPs/IEPs; implement and evaluate short- and long-term goals and objectives.
Participate in student transition activities, initial evaluations, and intake processes.
Conduct annual educational assessments and evaluations across educational domains.
Prepare and adapt individual and group lesson plans, materials, equipment, furniture arrangements, and classroom environments.
Maintain attendance and progress records and prepare periodic progress reports, annual reports, and other requested data.
Protect students’ dignity, privacy, and confidentiality, and maintain confidentiality of student and staff records.
Participate in activities outside the classroom when necessary, including trips and activities at pools, gyms, libraries, and labs.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, annual reviews, parent meetings, special review committee meetings, in-service sessions, staff meetings, student reviews, district meetings, and conferences as required.
Orient, train, evaluate, delegate work to, and supervise Teacher Assistants; make effective recommendations regarding their hiring, discipline, suspension, and termination; and address grievances and scheduling as applicable.
Obtain approvals, requisition, and purchase classroom equipment and materials.
Assist with transporting students between buses and the building as needed; help students with outer clothing on arrival and departure; and assist with toileting, feeding, and positioning as needed.
Implement universal precautions and take precautions to keep work free from recognized hazards.
Substitute in another classroom when requested and participate in requested in-service training.
Confer with directors, agency personnel, and parents about programming, student concerns, and student progress.
Assist with curriculum development and supervise and train student teachers.
Keep abreast of changes in the field and perform other related duties as requested.