Special Education Teacher

Liberty POST; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Mentoring

CEU access

Flexible scheduling

Direct deposit

Job summary

Liberty POST is seeking an energetic Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for per diem positions to serve birth-5 children through EI and CPSE/Preschool programs in Syracuse and surrounding areas.

Candidates must hold NY licensure in Special Education and preferably Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees. Strong interpersonal skills, a valid driver’s license, and MS Word proficiency are important. We offer mentoring, CEU access, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Current New York State licensure and/or certification in Special Education.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• NYS teaching certification in B-2nd grade students with disabilities (or permanent certification in Special Education).
• Knowledge of MS Word and comfortable with computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Test and evaluate child’s abilities to determine realistic goals.
• Record information on the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using Electronic Medical Record system.
• Proficient at writing detailed analysis and reports.
• Effectively organize and maintain confidentiality of child’s records and other documents.
• Follow all state laws and regulations as it pertains to Early Intervention, CPSE/CSE special education.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Driver's license

Early childhood experience

MS Word

Education

New York State licensure in Special Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Master's degree preferred

NYS teaching certification for B-2nd grade disabilities or permanent SPED certification

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Liberty POST is currently seeking a motivated and energetic Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for per diem employment to work with children who are birth-5 years old through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs. Immediate positions are available throughout Syracuse.

Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994. Backed by Liberty Resources Inc. and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY and has grown to provide a range of services throughout New York State and Indiana. We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play. We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Test and evaluate child’s abilities to determine realistic goals.
• Record information on the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using Electronic Medical Record system.
• Proficient at writing detailed analysis and reports.
• Effectively organize and maintain confidentially of child’s records and other documentations.
• Follow all state laws and regulations as it pertains to Early Intervention, CPSE/CSE special education.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

• Current New York State Licensure and/or Certification in Special Education
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Master’s Degree Preferred
• Knowledge of MS Word and comfortable with working with computer systems
• Early Childhood Experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• NYS Teaching certification in B-2nd grade students with disabilities (or permanent certification in Special Education
• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits for this position:

• Health Benefits and Retirement packages available for FT positions
• Accrual of sick time based on NYS Sick time Laws
• Mentoring is offered to all providers
• Access to unlimited CEU courses offered that are accredited through ASHA, AOTA, APTA and CTLE
• Flexible scheduling
• Work with a team of professionals that care about making a difference
• Payment is biweekly with direct deposit

Job Type: Per Diem

Pay Rate EI:

• 30 minutes: $44-45
• 60 minutes: $58-$60
• Evaluation: $115

Pay Rate CPSE- Related Services

• 30 minutes: $38-$45 (dependent on County rates)
• 60 minutes: $58-$60 (dependent on County rates)
• Evaluation: $115-$120

CPSE-Special Education Teacher

• 30 minutes SEIT: $20-$22.50
• 60 minutes SEIT: $40-$45.00
• Educational Evaluation: $115

Liberty POST is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.