Special Ed Classroom Leader - Data-Driven & Collaborative

Birch Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services in New York City is seeking an experienced educator for a full-time classroom leadership role serving students with special needs in multiple settings across Manhattan, Queens, Bronx, and Brooklyn. You will design instruction, monitor progress, and collaborate with staff and families to meet individual goals.

The ideal candidate holds NY State Certification in Special Education (Grades 1-6 or 7-12), has strong communication and team-building skills, and is able to manage

Qualifications

• BA or Masters Degree required.
• New York State Certification in Special Education for Students with Disabilities, Grades 1-6 or 7-12, Initial or Professional.
• CPR/First Aid, SCIP, CPI, Choking Prevention training or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom team and provide instruction in varied settings, tailoring strategies to each student.
• Organize environment, materials, and schedules to maximize learning.
• Use assessments and data to set goals, monitor progress, and refer as needed.
• Comply with behavior management philosophy and school policies.
• Participate in meetings and communicate with families and staff.
• Maintain professional relationships with team, parents and agencies.

Skills

Communication

Conceptual Thinking

Interpersonal

Relationship Building

Reliability

Responsible

Team Building

Tolerance

Education

BA or Masters Degree

Tools

CPR/First Aid

SCIP

CPI

Choking Prevention

Job description

Birch Family Services in New York City is seeking an experienced educator for a full-time classroom leadership role serving students with special needs in multiple settings across Manhattan, Queens, Bronx, and Brooklyn. You will design instruction, monitor progress, and collaborate with staff and families to meet individual goals.

The ideal candidate holds NY State Certification in Special Education (Grades 1-6 or 7-12), has strong communication and team-building skills, and is able to manage