Preschool Teacher

Upstate Cerebral Palsy•Utica, NY

17d•$40,008 - $65,014

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher is responsible to see that each child’s IEP is carried out, take part in interdisciplinary team meetings, oversee class room aides and assistants, compile reports and statistics, maintain supplies and participate in agency activities. We are hiring Preschool Teachers to join our growing team in Utica, Rome, Westmoreland, and Sauquoit locations! The Preschool Teacher is responsible to see that each child’s IEP is carried out, take part in interdisciplinary team meetings, oversee teacher aides, and compile reports and statistics. Hiring for positions in the following categories: Working towards NYS Teacher Certification Certified in Elementary or Secondary Education Certified Special Education (Initial/Professional)

Requirements

NYS Teacher Certification or pursing a NYS Certification in Special Education
Experience working in an early childhood or special education setting preferred.
Must have a valid NYS Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an early childhood or special education setting

Responsibilities

Coordinate and implement the educational program for each child's (IEP).
Plan appropriate classroom activities.
Function as a contributing member of each child’s interdisciplinary team and represent the team at CSE meetings, as required.
Effectively oversee teacher aides, interns, students and volunteers on all activities for program success.
Compile all reports and statistics required by agency, regulatory, funding an referral agencies, and others as required.
Participate in activities as part of the treatment team that may include meetings, trainings and committees.