Special Education Teacher

Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center; City of Oswego (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Life Insurance

CEU reimbursement

Paid relocation stipend

Paid time off and holidays

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Little Lukes is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for our preschool team in Oswego, NY. You will work with certified Lead Teachers, therapists, and staff to support children with special needs in an inclusive classroom.

Our program emphasizes child-centered learning, positive behavior support, and family collaboration. The role requires a degree in Special Education, with NYS certification a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education.
• Active NYS Special Education certification is a plus (assistance to obtain).
• Experience in preschool inclusion settings preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support 3–5 year olds with special needs in an inclusion preschool.
• Implement classroom routines, behavior management, and individualized instruction.
• Document progress, support IEP goals, and communicate with families and team.

Skills

Communication skills

Inclusion preschool

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Job description

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

Special Education Teacher – Oswego, NY

Little Lukes is on a mission to build a bright future for every child by bringing extraordinary special education to children in need.

When you join Little Lukes, you're joining a team that has an unstoppable drive to change the lives of families across Central New York. We're a team of thoughtful Special Education Teachers, expert Speech Language Pathologists, and experienced Physical and Occupational Therapists. Above all, we are committed to helping each other succeed, learn, and grow—all while bringing care to families of children with special needs.

No matter what you are looking for in your next role, we're confident that you will find it at Little Lukes!

Setting and Location for Special Education Teacher Jobs

School-based preschool at Little Lukes Preschool and Children Center. Choice of 6 locations in Oswego, Fulton, East Syracuse, Baldwinsville, Pulaski, and Camillus.

About the Special Education Teacher Role

We are on the lookout for a Special Education Teacher to join our preschool team. In this role, you will work with our phenomenal team of certified Lead Teachers, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, School Psychologist, and Certified Teacher Assistants and to support the children in our care.

• Provide exceptional care and instruction (80% time)
  • Support the development and education of preschool children with special needs, ages 3 to 5 years, inside the classroom and alongside the Lead Teacher. We are an Inclusion Preschool and Childcare Center. Children with special needs are taught in the same classroom as typically developing children.
  • Teaches basic academic, behavior, social interaction and living skills using behavior modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Support the child’s understanding of the curriculum and behavior needs through strong, language-based, on-on-one interaction.
• Classroom Culture (10% time)
  • Implement effective classroom management, when needed. As an Inclusion Preschool and Childcare Center you will be working in the classroom, alongside the Lead Teacher.
  • Help to create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment where children are encouraged to be curious and excited to learn.
  • Help to set and reinforce classroom expectations and routines.
• Planning and Data Analysis (10%)
  • Observe, evaluate, and prepare reports on progress for IEPs of the children.
  • Document your work including notes, care plans and ongoing progress in our paperless electronic record system.
  • Prepares goals and instructional materials according to the goals established by the Individual Education Plan. Coordinate curriculum implementation with preschool team
  • Discuss the development of the IEP with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others.

About You

You will thrive in the role of Special Education Teacher at Little Lukes if you have:

• A passion for our mission to redefine special needs preschool for children and their families.
• Expertise in delivering care for educational, developmental, and social emotional delays and a drive to learn and expand your skills
• A warm, engaging approach with a family-centered focus.
• The drive to work hard, to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of care for children with special needs.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to share feedback across teams in a collaborative and solution-oriented way.
• A degree in Special Education with course work in early childhood.
• An active NYS Special Education certification is a plus, but not required. (If you do not have your certification yet, we will help you get it!)

Special Education Teacher Job Compensation and Benefits

• Industry-leading salaries
• Company Paid
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Generous reimbursement program for CEUs
  • Student Loan forgiveness participation
  • Paperless technology (everyone gets an iPad!)
  • Paid relocation stipend
  • Paid training
  • Paid time off, holidays, and break weeks
• Company-sponsored
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Employee childcare discount
• Access to
  • Amazing team-oriented environment
  • Professional mentoring program
• Work/Life Balance
  • Monday-Friday (weekends off!)
  • Day shifts only (no evenings!)
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid summer break weeks