Special Educator EI- Greater Catskills and Southern Tier, NY

Family of Kidz•Steuben , Schoharie and Delaware County, NY, NY

13d•$92 - $112•Onsite

About The Position

Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life. This role involves working with students in a Preschool Program providing individualized lessons which target goals from the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).

Requirements

NYS Students with Disabilities B-Grade 2 Certification
Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families preferred
Bilingual preferred

Nice To Haves

Passionate about working with children and their families
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals
Self-starter and independent problem solver
Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
Must be a team-player

Responsibilities

Work with students who are in a Preschool Program providing individualized lessons which target goals from the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
Develop creative and multi-sensory lessons based on the IFSP goals and report progress toward these goals.
Collect meaningful information on IFSP goals and generate 6 month reports based on child’s progress toward IFSP goals.
Ongoing communication with supervisors and multidisciplinary team.
Maintain accurate attendance and submit electronic billing daily.
Attend professional development trainings to maintain best practice approach and continue personal development.
Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
Attend IFSP meetings.