Special Education Teacher In Home

Dragonfly Cares • Commack, NY

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Dragonfly Cares is seeking a credentialed Special Education Teacher to provide individualized in-home instruction to children with autism and developmental disabilities. The position delivers direct services in clients’ homes and includes parent counseling. It is part-time with flexible scheduling Monday through Friday, with morning, afternoon, and evening hours available. The stated pay range is $50–$65 per hour, based on experience, and the opening is immediate.

Dragonfly Cares is a mission-driven organization providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children and families in homes, centers, schools, and communities across Long Island. The organization emphasizes meaningful progress, culturally responsive care, and collaboration with families and professionals.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field.
• Valid New York State Certified Special Education Teacher certification (SWD).
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities.
• Proficiency in data collection, progress monitoring, and IEP goal implementation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in home-based settings and as part of a collaborative team.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience delivering Parent Counseling and Training (PCT) sessions.
• Experience implementing in-home Behavior Intervention Services (BIS).
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification or BCBA coursework.
• Familiarity with ABA-based therapy platforms and electronic data collection tools.
• Fluency in additional languages beyond English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized academic and behavioral instruction in clients’ homes using evidence-based, culturally responsive practices.
• Provide services that ensure effective communication with families.
• Design and implement personalized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) tailored to each child’s goals.
• Conduct Parent Counseling and Training (PCT) sessions to empower caregivers.
• Collect, monitor, and analyze client progress data and adjust interventions to maximize outcomes.
• Collaborate with clinical directors, parents, caregivers, and school teams to provide coordinated, culturally sensitive care.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records, including session notes, progress reports, and intervention logs.
• Stay current with advancements in special education, ABA research, and evidence-based practices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $50–$65 per hour.
• Flexible scheduling, with the ability to set hours on weekdays in the mornings, afternoons, or evenings.
• Referral bonuses of up to $250 for each qualified referral.
• Meaningful work helping students grow academically, socially, and behaviorally.
• Full onboarding.
• Collaborative culture.
• Ongoing training, including free monthly in-person CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention) training and unlimited free virtual trainings, including CEUs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time