Kidstart- Special Education Teacher-FT-GLOW
About The Position
Start a fulfilling career that makes a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families. Our KidStart Program has provided vital services to Arc GLOW’s youngest population and their families for over 45 years. Programs within KidStart include Early Intervention, Preschool Special Education, Head Start, and Evaluation. KidStart is dedicated to providing a healthy, nurturing environment where all children can grow and function at their individual best. Special Education Teachers help nurture this success by developing and implementing developmentally appropriate curricula for preschool children. They provide additional support by developing Individual Education Plan (IEP) recommendations on each preschooler and participating in the CPSE process. It is a job for people who are interested in a rewarding profession that helps young children build a strong educational foundation. There are opportunities to grow and advance in a meaningful and rewarding career.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education plus a Permanent/Professional New York State Certification in Special Education OR a Provisional/Initial New York State Students with Disabilities Certification
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree in Special Education plus a Permanent/Professional New York State Certification in Special Education OR a Provisional/Initial New York State Students with Disabilities Certification
- Valid NYS driver's license with a safe driving record
Responsibilities
- Fostering a positive learning environment in which the children can acquire health self-image guiding them toward independence.
- Developing and implementing appropriate curricula for preschool children under the supervision of an Education Coordinator.
- Interacting with children in a developmentally appropriate manner.
- Developing Individualized Education Plan (IEP) recommendations on each preschooler for CPSE.
- Attending CPSE meetings.
- Implementing IEPs and updating IEPs based on educational assessments.
- Maintaining accurate, up-to-date comprehensive records pertaining to attendance, health matters, educational data, and specialized services for each child.
- Use various software platforms for specific job functions.
Benefits
- health insurance
- company-paid life insurance
- 401K
- generous paid time-off
- continuing education support
- Paid Sick time available for all employees
- Paid school holidays
- 401(k) with agency match up to 5%
- College Tuition Assistance with the opportunity for Public Loan Service Forgiveness.
- Affordable medical insurance with agency funded Health Reimbursement Account
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
