Preschool Special Education Teacher
About The Position
The Preschool Special Education Teacher implements instruction based on The Creative Curriculum and NYC-aligned Prekindergarten Performance Standards, in accordance with children’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives. The teacher follows professional standards recommended by the National Association for the Education of Young Children to maintain accreditation. The position is with Bronx Early Learning Center, a special education preschool located in Bronx, NY 10457. The teacher supervises classroom teacher assistants and supports children’s instructional, behavioral, and developmental progress in coordination with families and the educational team.
Requirements
- Master of Science in Special Education.
- At least one of the following New York State certifications: Students with Disabilities, Birth–Grade 2; Special Education Supplementary Certificate; Internship Certificate; Transitional B Certificate; or Students with Disabilities Grades 1–6 (which will be considered).
Responsibilities
- Implement The Creative Curriculum.
- Supervise teacher assistants’ activities and assignments with individual children or groups in the classroom.
- Write Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and monitor children’s progress toward their goals.
- Write annual IEP goals and quarterly progress reports for parents.
- Implement instructional strategies and methodologies, including Applied Behavior Analysis and ESL, and group and individual behavioral strategies.
- Collect and monitor data related to individualized behavior plans, IEPs, children’s attendance, and other instructional and administrative areas as needed.
- Attend team meetings and CPSE conferences as needed.
- Contact parents, support the transition of instruction to the home, and invite parents to visit the school.
- Implement policies and procedures contained in the Early Learning Center manuals.
- Supervise classroom teacher assistants.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Prescription coverage
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off, including a paid birthday holiday
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Job Type
Full-time
