Special Education Teacher

Achieve Beyond Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services • Brooklyn, NY

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Achieve Beyond is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join their team in Brooklyn, NY. This role involves providing services and/or evaluations to children aged birth to 21 years in natural settings, educating families on intervention strategies, and working in diverse environments such as client homes, daycare centers, preschools, and clinics. The Special Education Teacher will follow unique therapy plans, document progress, and maintain child records and confidentiality. The position offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to make a positive impact on children with special needs.

Requirements

• Must have a passion for working with children and families!
• One of the following NYS certifications/licenses: Students with Disabilities (Birth – 2) Initial or Professional Certification, Permanent Special Education Certification, TSHH Permanent Certification, TSLD Initial or Professional Certification, NYS Licensed Master Social Worker, or NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Must be self-motivated and a team player who exercises patience and professionalism.
• Must be able to travel to and from assigned cases, including but not limited to: Driving a personal vehicle, walking and/or the use of public transportation such as a bus or train.
• The ability to ascend and descend staircases.
• The ability to lift 10 pounds regularly.
• The ability to sit on the floor, kneel and/or crawl for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in a language other than English is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric therapy services and/or evaluations to children aged birth – 21 years in a natural setting.
• Educate families and caregivers on applicable intervention strategies to facilitate active involvement and carry-over.
• Work in diverse settings such as client homes, daycare homes/centers, preschools, clinics, and other community settings.
• Follow the unique therapy plan established for a family/child, plan for ongoing treatment and address identified goals while documenting progress.
• Prepare progress reports as indicated.
• Maintain child records and confidentiality of information regarding children and families (in accordance with HIPAA, state and federal regulations).
• Required records must be submitted within the established timelines.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule
• Access provided to our paperless billing and data collection system (training provided).
• Support from our team of dedicated clinical supervisors and administrative staff.
• Financial educational assistance program (when applicable).
• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed