Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT)
About The Position
Liberty POST is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for per diem employment providing services to children ages 3–5 through Preschool Special Education programs. Positions are available throughout Long Island. The role involves individualized instruction and support in children’s preschool programs, collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams, and coordination of services in accordance with NYSED regulations. The SEIT also maintains required documentation, provides progress information to families and the CPSE, and participates in CPSE meetings. Work is generally scheduled Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM. The starting rate for home- and community-based work is $35 per 30-minute session. Liberty POST has provided individualized services since 1994 and is backed by Liberty Resources Inc. The organization employs more than 500 professionals and provides evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play, with an emphasis on children’s natural learning environments, family strengths and needs, and the diverse population it serves.
Requirements
- Valid NYS Teacher Certification: Student with Disabilities, Birth–Grade 2, or certification as a Permanent Special Education Teacher.
- Must be fully vaccinated.
- Successful completion of required background checks.
Responsibilities
- Work one-to-one with children ages 3–5 who have developmental delays.
- Travel to children’s preschool programs to provide instruction and support.
- Collaborate with family members and multidisciplinary teams to develop goals and outcomes.
- Work with family members to facilitate active involvement at home.
- Maintain proper documentation and write progress reports as required by NYSED and NYC DOE.
- Coordinate services in accordance with NYSED regulations.
- Work with the CPSE to resolve scheduling or service-delivery issues.
- Share information with related service providers to support integration of SEIT and related services.
- Gather progress reports and anecdotal information from related service providers to maintain general knowledge of student progress and significant problems in each related-service area.
- Participate in CPSE meetings in person or by telephone.
- Provide progress information to parents and the CPSE.
- Ensure effective communication practices, including telephone conferences as needed.
- Successfully complete all background checks required by the program, NYC, and NYS.
Benefits
- Direct supervision and mentorship support.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- FSA account for those who qualify with full-time caseloads.
- Flexible work schedule and caseload.
- Biweekly payments and direct deposit available.
- Supportive and positive work environment.
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