Special Education Teacher

Rebecca School • New York, NY

20d

About The Position

At Rebecca School, Special Education Teachers support students ages 3–21 with neurodevelopmental delays through the DIRFloortime® model. Guided by respect, relationships, and emotional growth, the school helps students connect and thrive. The teacher designs and delivers individualized instruction grounded in DIRFloortime® to help students with neurodevelopmental and related disorders build communication, social, and emotional skills. The role involves close collaboration with therapists, families, and team members to create a joyful, supportive learning environment where every student can thrive.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
• New York State certification in Special Education, or eligibility for certification.
• Experience working with students with autism spectrum disorder or developmental differences.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to the DIRFloortime® approach and relationship-based teaching.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized instructional programs tailored to students’ strengths and needs.
• Incorporate social-emotional and sensory regulation goals into daily learning activities.
• Collaborate with therapists, paraprofessionals, and families to ensure consistent support across settings.
• Collect and analyze student data to inform instruction and goal setting.
• Foster a positive, safe, and engaging classroom that encourages communication and independence.

Benefits

• Paid time off and extra paid school breaks for select roles.
• Paid holidays.
• Gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings.
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training.
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to the employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time