Dynamic Special Education Teacher — IEP & Therapy Collaboration

Manhattan Star Academy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan Star Academy is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to design and implement lessons for students with IEPs and various disabilities. You will differentiate instruction for small groups and individuals, collaborate with therapy teams, and document progress toward annual goals.

The role requires current NYS certification for Students with Disabilities or active pursuit of certification, plus relevant experience in school settings. Strong communication with parents is essential.

Qualifications

• Current certification and registration as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities orPermanent Special Education Certification by NYSED.
• Bachelor’s degree in education and active pursuit of master’s level education in an NYS Registered Program with anticipated certification within 5 years.
• Two years of experience in childcare, social services, healthcare or other school-based setting.
• Exceptional interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills
• Ability to take initiative, multi-task and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Oversees a classroom of school-aged children (ages 3–21) with brain-based or other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Prepares lessons and teaches students with instructional and behavioral management support.
• Incorporates social skills into daily lesson plans and activities.
• Collaborates with therapy team and implements therapy recommendations.
• Prepares and documents annual academic goals and quarterly progress reports; participates in IEP meetings.
• Communicates with and involves parents in child’s activities and progress.
• Provides direction to paraprofessionals and teacher assistants in the classroom.
• Uses multisensory approaches (art, music, technology) to support literacy and life skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Preferred: NYS certification in Special Education and related credentials

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Initiative

Education

Teacher of Students with Disabilities certification

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree in Special Education (preferred)

NYS certification for Students with Disabilities

Job description

Manhattan Star Academy is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to design and implement lessons for students with IEPs and various disabilities. You will differentiate instruction for small groups and individuals, collaborate with therapy teams, and document progress toward annual goals.

The role requires current NYS certification for Students with Disabilities or active pursuit of certification, plus relevant experience in school settings. Strong communication with parents is essential.