Special Education Teacher

JCC Association of North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The JCC Association of North America is seeking a Special Education Teacher for its Joan and Alan Bernikow Jewish Community Center of Staten Island. The teacher will develop personalized lesson plans and manage IEPs for children with diverse needs. Essential qualifications include a valid New York State Education Department certification in Special Education, along with effective communication skills with both students and families. The position offers a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $75,000.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State Education Department certification in Special Education.
• Experience in developing and implementing IEPs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Implement daily lesson plans tailored to children's needs.
• Evaluate student performance and update IEPs as necessary.
• Maintain communication with parents regarding student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Individualized Education Plans (IEP)

Communication with parents

Lesson planning

Team collaboration

Education

New York State Education Department certification in Special Education (Birth - 2)

Job description

Location and Job Title:

Special Education Teacher
Joan and Alan Bernikow Jewish Community Center of Staten Island
1466 Manor Road
Staten Island, NY 10314

Principal Responsibilities:

Develop a daily routine consistent with the needs of the children. Plan and carry out daily lesson plans to include individual and small/large group instruction to meet the goals and objectives in each child’s IEP. Submit plans to Director for review on a weekly basis.

Provide and implement well planned daily activities that encompass using a multitude of learning opportunities in all centers of the classroom.

Evaluate student performance to determine educational needs. Participate in team meetings to make recommendations for development of IEP. Formulate, review, code and update IEP’s addressing the following areas: Cognitive, Speech/Language, Fine Motor, Gross Motor, Self Help, Socialization.

Complete required paperwork in a timely manner (requested and annual educational reports, IEP’s, quarterly progress updates).

Review educational goals and objectives for children to ensure continuity in classroom activities.

Participate in team case conference meetings to review and update student intervention strategies.

Establish and maintain professional communication with parents (notebooks, phone, etc).

keeping them informed of their child's progress, activities, and needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• New York State Education Department certification in Special Education (Birth - 2)
• Additional Requirements
• Fingerprint Clearance (Department of Education)
• Central Registry Clearance
• Annual Medical Clearance

Salary:

$65,000 - $75,000

Agency Information:

The JCC of Staten Island is dedicated to encouraging harmony throughout the community by providing facilities and programs that are open to all regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation. Everyone is welcome at the JCC.