Special Educator- Center Based

Family of Kidz•Hawthorne, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Family of Kidz is hiring a Special Educator for a year-round, center-based role in Hawthorne, New York. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with annual compensation of $65,000–$75,000. The stated range is not guaranteed; rates are determined by the services provided, professional experience, and licenses or certifications held. The Special Educator provides individualized instruction to children in home and community settings, creating engaging, multisensory lessons tied to Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals. The role includes tracking and reporting student progress, coordinating with supervisors and school teams, maintaining attendance and electronic billing records, attending Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings, and taking part in professional development. Family of Kidz has served children with special needs from birth to adulthood since 1998. Its approach centers on understanding each child’s needs and teaching skills that support greater independence and quality of life. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with various professionals.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems.
Strong time-management and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
High integrity, empathy, and consideration.
Ability to function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt when necessary.
Ability to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

NYS dual certification in Students with Disabilities K–12.
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.
Knowledge of discrete trial instruction, natural environment teaching, and incidental teaching.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized lessons to students in home and community settings that target IEP goals.
Develop creative, multisensory lessons based on IEP goals to engage learners with varied 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 and submit electronic billing daily.
Attend professional development trainings to maintain best practices and support personal development.
Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
Attend CSE meetings.