Special Education Teacher

TES Staffing; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

25 paid holidays

4 weeks PTO

Paid breaks: Christmas-New Year’s & 4J

Sick time included

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

TES Staffing partners with a mission-driven independent school in Rochester to hire compassionate Special Education Preschool Teachers. This direct-hire role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, with day options 7:45 AM–4:30 PM or 9:00 AM–5:30 PM, and a supportive, inclusive classroom environment.

Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s degree with NYS Special Education certification (preferred) and have experience supporting medically fragile children.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with NYS Special Education certification preferred.
• 3+ years classroom management experience.
• Experience working with birth to school-age children preferred.
• Ability to develop inclusive learning activities.
• Knowledge of family-centered, team-based approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized developmental services and inclusive programming.
• Provide family support services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including pediatric nurses, early intervention therapists, and preschool therapists.
• Implement high-quality programming for children in pediatric day-respite services.
• Work within a co-teaching model.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Supervise and support teacher aides and classroom volunteers.
• Develop and implement programs aligned with each child’s individual goals.
• Foster an environment rooted in inclusion, empowerment, and compassion.

Skills

Passionate educator

Classroom management

Strong communication

Emotional intelligence

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree

NY Special Ed cert

3+ years classroom management

Job description

TES Staffing is proud to partner with a mission-driven independent school in Rochester that joyfully celebrates children with special healthcare needs. We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled Special Education Preschool Teachers to join their team.

• Schedule: Monday - Friday
  • 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM or 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Higher compensation considered for candidates with experience working with medically fragile students and strong classroom experience
• Generous Paid Time Off:
  • 25 paid holidays
  • 4 weeks PTO
  • Paid breaks: Christmas-New Year's & Fourth of July week
  • Sick time included
• 401(k) with:
  • Immediate contributions
  • 5% employer match after one year

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized developmental services and inclusive educational programming
• Provide family support services
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including:
  • Pediatric nurses
  • Early Intervention therapists
  • Preschool therapists
• Implement high-quality programming for children in pediatric day-respite services
• Work within a co-teaching model
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
• Supervise and support teacher aides (TAs) and classroom volunteers
• Develop and implement programs aligned with each child’s individual goals
• Foster an environment rooted in inclusion, empowerment, and compassion

Qualifications

• Passionate, creative, and nurturing educator
• Strong classroom management and team collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High emotional intelligence and adaptability
• Commitment to a family-centered, team-based approach

Education & Experience

• Master's degree and New York State Special Education certification preferred
• Minimum of 3 years classroom management experience preferred
• Experience working with children from birth to school-age
• Ability to:
  • Develop inclusive, engaging learning activities
  • Create lesson plans for diverse learning and communication styles
• Minimum of:
  • 12 credits in early childhood education, special education, or related field
    OR
  • 2 years of equivalent experience teaching or supervising children with developmental or healthcare needs
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth