Special Education Teacher

Achieve Beyond Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services • Bronx, NY

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About The Position

Achieve Beyond is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher in Bronx, NY. The role provides pediatric therapy services and/or evaluations to children from birth to age 21, helping children with special needs reach their goals. Services are delivered in natural settings, including client homes, daycare homes and centers, preschools, clinics, and other community settings. The teacher follows each child’s or family’s therapy plan, supports ongoing treatment, works toward identified goals, documents progress, and prepares reports as needed. The position offers a flexible schedule and support from clinical supervisors and administrative staff. Compensation is $55–$80; the rate depends on experience and education and will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• Hold one of the following New York State certifications or licenses: Students with Disabilities (Birth–2) Initial or Professional Certification; Permanent Special Education Certification; TSHH Permanent Certification; TSLD Initial or Professional Certification; NYS School Psychologist Provisional or Permanent Certification; NYS Licensed Master Social Worker; or NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
• Have a passion for working with children and families.
• Be self-motivated and a team player who exercises patience and professionalism.
• Be able to travel to assigned cases by personal vehicle, walking, or public transportation such as a bus or train.
• Be able to ascend and descend staircases.
• Be able to lift 10 pounds regularly.
• Be able to sit on the floor, kneel, and/or crawl for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in a language other than English.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric therapy services and/or evaluations to children aged birth–21 in a natural setting.
• Educate families and caregivers on intervention strategies to support active involvement and carry-over.
• Work in client homes, daycare homes and centers, preschools, clinics, and other community settings.
• Follow the therapy plan established for each family or child, plan ongoing treatment, address identified goals, and document progress.
• Prepare progress reports as indicated.
• Maintain child records and protect confidential information about children and families in accordance with HIPAA and state and federal regulations.
• Submit required records within established timelines.
• Travel to and from assigned cases.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed