Special Educator- Center Based

Family of Kidz•Hawthorne, NY

5d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Family of Kidz is hiring a year-round, center-based Special Educator in Hawthorne, New York. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Compensation is $65,000–$75,000 annually; rates depend on the service provided, professional experience, and licenses or certifications held. The educator provides individualized instruction targeting students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals, develops engaging lessons for learners with varied abilities, tracks and reports student progress, and communicates with supervisors and school teams. The role also includes maintaining attendance and billing records, attending professional development and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings, and working professionally with families and other professionals. Family of Kidz has supported children with special needs from birth to adulthood since 1998. Its focus is understanding each child’s needs and teaching skills that support independence and quality of life. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

NYS Dual Certification; Students with Disabilities K–12 certification is preferred.
Passion for working with children and their families.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with various professionals.
Self-starter with independent problem-solving ability.
Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
High integrity, empathy, and consideration.
Ability to function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Flexible thinking and ability to adapt when necessary.
Ability to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of discrete trial instruction, natural environment teaching, and incidental teaching.
Experience working with learners with intellectual disabilities and maladaptive behaviors.
ABA experience.
At least one year of experience in a setting focused on supporting children and their families.
Bilingual ability.
NYS Dual Certification in Students with Disabilities K–12.

Responsibilities

Work with students in the home and community setting to provide individualized lessons targeting IEP goals.
Develop creative, multisensory lessons based on IEP goals for learners with various abilities.
Collect data on IEP goals and report quarterly on each child’s progress.
Communicate on an ongoing basis with lead supervisors and the school team.
Maintain accurate attendance records and submit electronic billing daily.
Attend professional development training to maintain best practices and support personal development.
Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
Attend CSE meetings.