SPED Teacher

Specialized Education Services • New York, NY

9d

About The Position

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, provides education services for K–12 students who need additional support to succeed in traditional school settings. SESI partners with school districts to operate in-district classrooms and standalone schools that address students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. The Special Education Teacher provides academic, social, and emotional services to students, using SESI instructional models, strategies, curriculum, and positive behavioral interventions and support. The role includes assessing students, using data to plan instruction, and collaborating with school teams and families to support student outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including running short distances; bending, kneeling, and crouching; assisting students with mobility challenges and handling up to 50 pounds or more; completing fine motor tasks; operating a computer or tablet for up to eight hours daily; responding to non-verbal cues; and remaining composed in demanding situations.

Nice To Haves

• Valid teaching certification.

Responsibilities

• Work with students from diverse developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Teach knowledge and skills, nurture students’ confidence and character, and provide individualized attention.
• Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote students’ academic performance.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team members to foster critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Apply the school’s behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Use de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint when necessary to maintain safety.
• Track and document student growth and progress toward goals, and maintain required forms and files.
• Participate in daily school functions, including supervisory duties, conferences, meetings, and training.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Tuition reimbursement and credentialing support.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee assistance program.
• Mental health support.
• Fertility and family-building benefits.
• Professional and leadership development.
• Smaller class sizes in diverse educational settings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level