Special Education Teacher MA/MS

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI); Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading institution focused on developmental disabilities is looking for a Special Education Teacher to join their dedicated team. The role involves creating a supportive learning environment in an ungraded classroom, developing individualized education plans, and engaging closely with families. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally in a caring, mission-driven atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must possess NYS teaching certification in Special Education.
• Experience with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Set up classroom and structure schedule for IEP implementation.
• Develop and implement behavior management plans.
• Maintain required records and communicate with parents.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Job description

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Description

Special Education Teachers in the Children’s Day Program are creative, energetic, career-oriented therapists who are motivated to educate individuals with developmental disabilities in an ungraded self-contained classroom. Special Education Teachers are offered on-going trainings and support provided by board certified behavior analysts and other qualified professionals to enhance and maximize career growth. Our school programs operate on a 12-month calendar. This is a great opportunity to get valuable experience and knowledge working in a classroom and community setting following the principles of applied behavior analysis.

Job Details

Description

Special Education Teachers in the Children’s Day Program are creative, energetic, career-oriented therapists who are motivated to educate individuals with developmental disabilities in an ungraded self-contained classroom. Special Education Teachers are offered on-going trainings and support provided by board certified behavior analysts and other qualified professionals to enhance and maximize career growth. Our school programs operate on a 12-month calendar. This is a great opportunity to get valuable experience and knowledge working in a classroom and community setting following the principles of applied behavior analysis.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-3pm (32.5 hours/week)

Salary Range $51,000-$84,000 / year depending on experience

Responsibilities

• The Teacher sets up the classroom, structures the schedule, and follows procedures in setting up program books and data collection systems for the purpose of implementing the IEPs of the students in the class.
• The Teacher develops and uses appropriate or recommended behavior management systems, behavior support plans, reinforcement schedules, positive teaching techniques etc in accordance with DDI policy.
• The Teacher plans and implements a daily structured program, incorporating activities to achieve IEP goals and activities to promote generalization.
• The Teacher prepares and maintains required records and paperwork (IE attendance, student program books, lesson plans, daily data, graphed data summaries, parent communication notebooks, anecdotal records, progress reports, educational evaluation, recommended IEP, etc.)
• The Teacher communicates regularly with parents/CRP regarding student progress via written communication, phone contacts, school meetings, etc.
• The Teacher attends and passes all required trainings, staff meetings, in-services, team meetings, quarterly review meetings, CSE meetings, etc.
• The Teacher assures the materials and environmental modifications needed to implement students’ IEP are available.
• The Teacher is familiar with and acts in accordance with all policies contained in the Children’s Day Services Handbook for Staff.
  
  

Qualifications

• MA Teacher- Must possess a Master’s Degree and NYS teaching certification in Special Education.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals is preferred.
• Interest in working with developmentally disabled individuals is required.
• Must possess good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
  
  

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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