Special Education Curriculum Architect

YAI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

YAI seeks a dedicated educator to lead curriculum development and teaching support across divisions in New York. The role works with educational leaders to structure units, model lesson plans, and adapt curricula for students with diverse needs, including vision, hearing, and motor/speech challenges.

The position involves coaching teachers, conducting classroom observations, and collaborating with related service departments to enhance instruction.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education with NYS special education certification or permanent equivalent.
• Five years of experience in special education including classroom teaching and related services.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation/training skills.
• Solid understanding of iHOPE policies, procedures, operations and services.
• Proficiency with computers: MS Office, Salesforce and shared drives.

Responsibilities

• Develops expertise in iHOPE curriculum and builds unit structures and model lesson plans.
• Collaborates with Directors of Education to adapt curriculum for individual student needs.
• Assists with activities and community outings tied to specialized curricula.
• Trains teachers and provides regular feedback to support effective instruction.
• Participates in co-teaching and models instructional methods in classrooms.
• Drafts affidavits for hearings and serves as primary witness when needed.
• Supports development of educational goals and reviews IEP documentation.
• Engages with students to inform hearing-related activities and coordinate schedules.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Curriculum development

Training/coaching

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Education with NYS cert

Permanent Special Education Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Salesforce

Job description

YAI seeks a dedicated educator to lead curriculum development and teaching support across divisions in New York. The role works with educational leaders to structure units, model lesson plans, and adapt curricula for students with diverse needs, including vision, hearing, and motor/speech challenges.

The position involves coaching teachers, conducting classroom observations, and collaborating with related service departments to enhance instruction.