Special Education Teacher

Achieve Beyond; Massapequa (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paperless billing system training

Clinical supervision

Educational assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Achieve Beyond is seeking a Special Education Teacher in Nassau, NY to support children with special needs across homes, clinics, and community settings. The role focuses on implementing individualized education programs and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Starting wage is $52.00-$58.00 per hour with a flexible schedule, training on our paperless billing and data system, and strong supervision from clinical staff. Opportunities include ongoing education and benefit programs.

Qualifications

• Must hold one of the listed NYS certifications/licenses.
• Passion for working with children and families.
• Fluency in a language other than English is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to assigned cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric therapy services and/or evaluations to children from birth to 21 years.
• Educate families on intervention strategies to enable carry-over.
• Work across homes, daycare centers, clinics, and community settings.
• Follow therapy plans and document progress.
• Prepare progress reports and maintain confidential records.
• Adhere to HIPAA and state/federal regulations for timing and reporting.

Skills

Patience

Team player

Self-motivated

Second language a plus

Education

NY Certification: Students with Disabilities (Birth-2) Initial/Professional

NY Permanent Special Education Certification

NYS Licensed Master Social Worker

NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker

TSHH Permanent Certification

TSLD Initial/Professional Certification

Job description

Special Education Teacher-Nassau, NY Job-Achieve Beyond

Apply to Achieve Beyond as a Special Education Teacher in Nassau, NY and help children with special needs reach their goals. Explore our New York career opportunities and make a positive impact today.

Come and join a team of passionate therapists providing excellent pediatric therapy. We specialize in conducting evaluations and providing ongoing services in homes, community, and clinic settings. Achieve Beyond is centered around a culture of collaboration and support, to ensure our services are of the highest quality and adhere to our strong ethical standards. We currently offer ABA, Speech, Occupational, Social Work, and Physical therapy as well as Special Education/SEIT services. We serve children and families in the metro New York area (all 5 boroughs of NYC, Hudson Valley, Long Island and Albany), Virginia/DC area, Maryland, New Jersey, Connecticut and Delaware.

This Position is in: Nassau, NY

Location: New York

Cases available in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Special Education Teacher Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our team! This job is located in Nassau, NY. As a Special Education Teacher you can work a flexible schedule that meets your needs and make a difference in the lives of our children and families. We look forward to meeting you!

Wage: $52.00-$58.00

Department: Clinical

Location: Nassau, NY

Special Education Teacher Nassau, NY Job Position Details

Special Education Teacher Benefits

• Flexible work schedule
• Access provided to our paperless billing and data collection system (training provided).
• Support from our team of dedicated clinical supervisors and administrative staff.
• Financial educational assistance program (when applicable).
• Available benefits include: medical, dental, vision and 401k.

Job Responsibilities For a Special Education Teacher

• Provide pediatric therapy services and/or evaluations to children aged birth 21 years in a natural setting.
• Educate families and caregivers on applicable intervention strategies to facilitate active involvement and carry-over.
• Work in diverse settings such as client homes, daycare homes/centers, preschools, clinics, and other community settings.
• Follow the unique therapy plan established for a family/child, plan for ongoing treatment and address identified goals while documenting progress.
• Prepare progress reports as indicated.
• Maintain child records and confidentiality of information regarding children and families (in accordance with HIPAA, state and federal regulations). Required records must be submitted within the established timelines.

Requirements For a Special Education Teacher

• Must have a passion for working with children and families!
• One of the following NYS certifications/licenses:
• Students with Disabilities (Birth 2) Initial or Professional Certification
• Permanent Special Education Certification
• TSHH Permanent Certification
• TSLD Initial or Professional Certification
• NYS Licensed Master Social Worker
• NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Must be self-motivated and a team player who exercises patience and professionalism.
• Fluency in a language other than English is a plus!

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel to and from assigned cases, including but not limited to:
• Driving a personal vehicle, walking and/or the use of public transportation such as a bus or train.
• The ability to ascend and descend staircases.
• The ability to lift 10 pounds regularly.
• The ability to sit on the floor, kneel and/or crawl for extended periods of time.

Starting Rate: $52-58

Compensation is determined based on experience and education and will be discussed during the Special Education Teacher Job interview process.

Job responsibilities subject to change.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Achieve Beyond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, caregiver status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability requesting accommodation for the application process, please contact us for assistance.