In-Home Special Education Teacher - Autism

Dragonfly Cares; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay: $50-65/hr

Referral bonuses

Meaningful work

Onboarding

Collaborative culture

Ongoing CPI and trainings

Job summary

Dragonfly Cares is seeking a credentialed Special Education Teacher to provide individualized in-home instruction to children with autism and developmental disabilities in the Melville/St. James area.

This onsite/direct home instruction role offers meaningful work and a competitive hourly rate. The ideal candidate has a Master's in Special Education, NYS SWD certification, 1–2 years experience, and a commitment to evidence-based practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Special Education or related field.
• New York State Certification in Special Education (SWD).
• 1–2 years of experience with autism or developmental disabilities.
• Strong data collection, progress monitoring, and IEP implementation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently in home-based settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized academic and behavioral instruction in clients' homes or our center.
• Provide services ensuring effective communication with families.
• Design and implement personalized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Conduct Parent Counseling and Training (PCT) sessions to empower caregivers.
• Collect, monitor, and analyze client progress data; adjust interventions.
• Collaborate with clinical directors, parents, caregivers, and school teams.
• Maintain accurate session notes, progress reports, and intervention logs.
• Stay current with advancements in special education and ABA practices.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Data collection & progress monitoring

IEP goal implementation

Independent work in home-based setting

Education

Master's degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

Dragonfly Cares is seeking a credentialed Special Education Teacher to provide individualized in-home instruction to children with autism and developmental disabilities in the Melville/St. James area.

This onsite/direct home instruction role offers meaningful work and a competitive hourly rate. The ideal candidate has a Master's in Special Education, NYS SWD certification, 1–2 years experience, and a commitment to evidence-based practices.