Special Education Teacher
About The Position
Liberty POST is seeking a motivated, energetic Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for per diem work with children from birth to age 5 through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs. Positions are available throughout Syracuse. The role is part of a collaborative team providing evaluations, direct services, and family education through child-directed play, with attention to children’s natural learning environments, family strengths and needs, and the diverse population served. The teacher evaluates and monitors children’s progress, establishes realistic goals, adjusts treatment plans, and maintains timely, detailed evaluation, treatment, and progress records in an electronic medical record system. The role also requires organizing and protecting confidential records and following applicable state laws and regulations for Early Intervention and CPSE/CSE special education.
Requirements
- Current New York State licensure and/or certification in Special Education.
- Knowledge of MS Word and comfort working with computer systems.
- Early childhood experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
- New York State teaching certification for students with disabilities from birth through second grade, or permanent certification in Special Education.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Master’s degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, monitor, and track children’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Test and evaluate children’s abilities to determine realistic goals.
- Record initial evaluations, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using an electronic medical record system.
- Write detailed analyses and reports.
- Organize and maintain the confidentiality of children’s records and other documentation.
- Follow state laws and regulations applicable to Early Intervention and CPSE/CSE special education.
Benefits
- Health benefits and retirement packages are available for full-time positions.
- Accrual of sick time based on New York State sick time laws.
- Mentoring offered to all providers.
- Access to unlimited accredited continuing education courses through ASHA, AOTA, APTA, and CTLE.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Work with a team of professionals focused on making a difference.
- Biweekly payment by direct deposit.
