Teacher in Training

Specialized Education Services•New York, NY

About The Position

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, provides education services for K–12 students who need additional support to succeed in traditional school settings. SESI partners with school districts to operate in-district classrooms and standalone schools serving students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. The Teacher in Training works with students in diverse educational settings, using SESI’s evidence-based instructional models, curricula, and positive behavioral interventions and support framework to address learning and social-emotional skill gaps. The role includes collaboration with school teams and families, personalized student guidance, and support for students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. SESI offers career pathways and professional development, paid training, tuition reimbursement, credentialing support, smaller class sizes, and a benefits package. The posted salary range is USD $49,000–$55,000 per year. The position has physical requirements that include moving quickly in response to student needs, assisting students with mobility challenges, completing fine motor tasks, using a computer or tablet for up to eight hours daily, and remaining composed in demanding situations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
Valid teaching credential appropriate to the role.
Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
Adaptability and flexibility.
Ability to run short distances and move swiftly, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often handling up to 50 pounds or more.
Skill in fine motor tasks, such as helping students write, manipulate small objects, or use adaptive devices.
Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to eight hours daily.
Capacity to notice and respond to students’ non-verbal cues.
Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotionally demanding situations.

Responsibilities

Work with students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Use SESI’s instructional models, strategies, and curricula to teach knowledge and skills, nurture confidence and character, and meet students’ needs.
Develop and maintain individualized, skill-appropriate lesson plans.
Implement behavior management and intervention strategies, including de-escalation, crisis management, and physical restraint when necessary to maintain student and staff safety.
Maintain student documents, including individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior intervention plans (BIPs), incident reports, and high-risk evaluation forms.
Drive, record, and track student growth and progress toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
Supervise and monitor students, including while they travel to and from locations within the school.
Collaborate with school teams and families to provide personalized guidance and support.