Special Educator, School Age - North Merrick

Family of Kidz•North Merrick, NY

2d•$50 - $70•Onsite

About The Position

Special Educator Details about this opportunity: Location: School Building North Merrick, NY Status: Fee for Service or Full time Potential Hours: Monday - Friday School Hours Follows school calendar Compensation: $50-$70/hour Please note this is a range. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. In addition the position posted may be either full-time or fee-for-service (FFS), depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change. What we have to offer YOU: FULL TIME BENEFITS: Generous Paid Time Off (between 25-28 days!) 12 Holidays including Winter break 12/25-1/1 Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Referral Program Professional Development Assistance Pet Insurance Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance Team Building Events Incentive Program PART TIME BENEFITS: We are excited to offer a range of valuable benefits for our employees who work 25 or more hours per week (Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and Pet Insurance) Employee Assistance Program Referral Program Professional Development Assistance Full-Time Opportunities Available Team Building events Incentive Program About You: If you have these attributes: 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 And this background: NYS Certification SWD (1-6,5-9,7-12, all grades or Permanent Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families preferred Bilingual is a plus Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume! Disclaimer: Please note the most current compensation information for all open positions at Family of Kidz can be found on our careers page at FamilyofKidz.com, which supersedes all other sources and job sites. Why Join our Family? Since 1998, 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. Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Requirements

NYS Certification SWD (1-6,5-9,7-12, all grades or Permanent
Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families preferred
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

Nice To Haves

Bilingual is a plus
Knowledge of discrete trial instruction, natural environment teaching, and incidental teaching is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with students in school setting to provide individualized lessons which target Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals and behavioral support.
Develop creative and multi-sensory lessons based on IEP goals to engage and captivate learners with various abilities and follow behavior intervention plan develop by partnering BCBA.
Collect meaningful data on IEP goals and report quarterly on child’s progress with IEP goals.
Ongoing communication with lead supervisors and school team.
Maintain accurate attendance and submit electronic billing on a daily basis.
Knowledge of discrete trial instruction, natural environment teaching, and incidental teaching is a plus.
Attend professional development trainings to maintain best practice approach and continue personal development.
Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
Attend CSE meetings.