Special Education Teacher EI - Queens/Bronx

Shema Kolainu-Hear Our Voices; New York (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation described as

Signing Bonus

Job summary

Shema Kolainu-Hear Our Voices in NYC seeks a Special Education Teacher for Birth to 3 to deliver early intervention in infants and toddlers’ natural environments. You will conduct developmental assessments, develop IFSPs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support developmental progress.

You will coach families, document progress per EIP guidelines, and travel to home visits across NYC boroughs. A Master’s degree and NYS SPED certification are required; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have Master’s degree in Special Education.
• Internship Certificate may apply.
• NYS certification in Special Education (Birth–Grade 2) or equivalent.
• Authorization as Special Instructor with NYC Early Intervention Program (or eligible).
• Experience with children 0–3 in home or community settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to engage families from diverse backgrounds.
• Bilingual abilities (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental assessments using standardized tools and observations.
• Develop and implement IFSPs with families and a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide special instruction to promote cognitive, communication, social-emotional, motor and adaptive development.
• Coach families on strategies to support learning in daily routines.
• Maintain documentation per EIP and agency requirements.
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and professional development.
• Collaborate with OT, PT, SLP, and Service Coordinators for coordinated care.

Skills

Family engagement

Home visiting

Education

Master’s degree in Special Education

Internship Certificate

NYS certification in Special Education (Birth–Grade 2)

Authorization as Special Instructor – NYC EIP

Job description

Special Education Teacher – Early Intervention (Birth to 3)

Description

We are seeking passionate and dedicated Special Education Teachers to provide early intervention services to infants and toddlers (birth to 3 years old) with developmental delays or disabilities. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality, family-centered, and individualized services in the child's natural environment (home or community setting) in accordance with the New York State Early Intervention Program (EIP) guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental assessments using standardized tools and clinical observations.

• Develop and implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) in collaboration with families and a multidisciplinary team.

• Provide special instruction to promote developmental progress in cognitive, communication, social-emotional, motor, and adaptive areas.

• Coach families and caregivers on strategies to support the child's learning during daily routines.

• Maintain accurate documentation, including session notes, progress reports, and service logs, in compliance with EIP and agency requirements.

• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and ongoing professional development.

• Collaborate with related service providers (OT, PT, SLP, Service Coordinators) to ensure coordinated care.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Special Education (required)

• Candidates with an Internship Certificate may also apply

• NYS certification in Special Education (Students with Disabilities Birth–Grade 2 or equivalent).

• Authorization as a Special Instructor with the NYC Early Intervention Program (or eligible).

• Prior experience working with children ages 0–3, especially in home-based or community settings.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to engage effectively with families from diverse backgrounds.

• Bilingual (especially Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese) is a plus.

About Us:

Shema Kolainu is a dedicated organization that provides services to support children with disabilities. We offer a supportive and collaborative team environment, as well as ongoing supervision, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation ($75.00 - $90.00 per hour)

• Ongoing supervision, mentoring, and professional development opportunities

• A supportive and collaborative team environment

• Signing Bonus

Work Environment:

• Services are typically delivered in homes, childcare settings, or other natural environments within NYC's five boroughs.

• Flexible schedules are available (part-time, per diem, or full-time).

• Must be willing to travel locally for home visits.