Special Education Teacher

Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center•Camillus, NY

3d•$63,000•Onsite

About The Position

Special Education Teacher – Central, NY Little Lukes is on a mission to build a bright future for every child by bringing extraordinary special education to children in need. When you join Little Lukes, you're joining a team that has an unstoppable drive to change the lives of families across Central New York. We're a team of thoughtful Special Education Teachers, expert Speech Language Pathologists, and experienced Physical and Occupational Therapists. Above all, we are committed to helping each other succeed, learn, and grow—all while bringing care to families of children with special needs. No matter what you are looking for in your next role, we're confident that you will find it at Little Lukes! School-based preschool at Little Lukes Preschool and Children Center. Choice of 6 locations in in Oswego, Fulton, East Syracuse, Baldwinsville, Pulaski, and Camillus. We are on the lookout for a Special Education Teacher to join our preschool team. In this role, you will work with our phenomenal team of certified Lead Teachers, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, School Psychologist, and Certified Teacher Assistants and to support the children in our care. Provide exceptional care and instruction (80% time) Support the development and education of preschool children with special needs, ages 3 to 5 years, inside the classroom and alongside the Lead Teacher. We are an Inclusion Preschool and Childcare Center . Children with special needs are taught in the same classroom as typically developing children. Teaches basic academic, behavior, social interaction and living skills using behavior modification and positive reinforcement techniques. Support the child’s understanding of the curriculum and behavior needs through strong, language-based, on-on-one interaction. Implement effective classroom management, when needed. As an Inclusion Preschool and Childcare Center you will be working in the classroom, alongside the Lead Teacher. Help to create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment where children are encouraged to be curious and excited to learn. Help to set and reinforce classroom expectations and routines. Observe, evaluate, and prepare reports on progress for IEPs of the children. Document your work including notes, care plans and ongoing progress in our paperless electronic record system. Prepares goals and instructional materials according to the goals established by the Individual Education Plan. Coordinate curriculum implementation with preschool team Discuss the development of the IEP with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others.

Requirements

A passion for our mission to redefine special needs preschool for children and their families.
Expertise in delivering care for educational, developmental, and social emotional delays and a drive to learn and expand your skills
A warm, engaging approach with a family-centered focus.
The drive to work hard, to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of care for children with special needs.
Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to share feedback across teams in a collaborative and solution-oriented way.
A degree in Special Education with course work in early childhood.

Nice To Haves

An active NYS Special Education certification is a plus, but not required. (If you do not have your certification yet, we will help you get it!)

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional care and instruction (80% time)
Support the development and education of preschool children with special needs, ages 3 to 5 years, inside the classroom and alongside the Lead Teacher.
Teach basic academic, behavior, social interaction and living skills using behavior modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
Support the child’s understanding of the curriculum and behavior needs through strong, language-based, on-on-one interaction.
Implement effective classroom management, when needed.
Help to create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment where children are encouraged to be curious and excited to learn.
Help to set and reinforce classroom expectations and routines.
Observe, evaluate, and prepare reports on progress for IEPs of the children.
Document your work including notes, care plans and ongoing progress in our paperless electronic record system.
Prepare goals and instructional materials according to the goals established by the Individual Education Plan.
Coordinate curriculum implementation with preschool team
Discuss the development of the IEP with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others.