Special Educator EI/SEIS

Family of Kidz; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 92,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Professional Development Assistance

Team Building events

Incentive Program

Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and Pet保险

Job summary

Family of Kidz in New York is seeking a part-time Preschool Specialist to provide individualized lessons aligned with IFSP/IEP goals. The role supports children with disabilities in a school-calendar environment and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers part-time or potential full-time opportunities with compensation based on experience and licensure, and includes benefits for employees working 25+ hours per week. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• NYS Students with Disabilities B-Grade 2 Certification is required.
• Experience with IFSP/IEP processes preferred.
• Bilingual abilities are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with students in a Preschool Program providing individualized lessons targeting goals from the IFSP/IEP.
• Develop creative, multi-sensory lessons based on the IEP goals and report progress.
• Collect information on IEP goals and report quarterly on child’s progress with IEP goals.
• Ongoing communication with supervisors and multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain attendance and submit electronic billing daily.
• Attend professional development trainings to maintain best practices.
• Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
• Attend IEP meetings.

Skills

Child development

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Empathy

Bilingual

Education

NYS Students with Disabilities B-Grade 2 Certification

Job description

Status and Compensation

• Status: Part- Time, Fee for Service or Full time Potential
• Hours: School hours
• Preschool services will follow the school calendar
• Compensation: $65-$67/ hour

Details about this opportunity

• Location: Orange/ Ulster County, NY
• Status: Part- Time, Fee for Service or Full time Potential
• Hours: School hours
• Preschool services will follow the school calendar
• Compensation: $65-$67/ hour

Please note this is a range. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. In addition the position posted may be either full-time or fee-for-service (FFS), depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.

What we have to offer YOU: PART TIME BENEFITS

We are excited to offer a range of valuable benefits for our employees who work 25 or more hours per week (Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and Pet Insurance)*

• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Team Building events
• Incentive Program

Responsibilities

• Work with students who are in a Preschool Program providing individualized lessons which target goals from the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) / Individualized Educational Plan (IEP).
• Develop creative and multi-sensory lessons based on the IEP goals and report progress toward these goals.
• Collect meaningful information on IEP goals and report quarterly on child’s progress with IEP goals.
• Ongoing communication with supervisors and multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate attendance and submit electronic billing daily.
• Attend professional development trainings to maintain best practice approach and continue personal development.
• Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
• Attend IEP meetings.

About You

If you have these attributes:

• Passionate about working with children and their families
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals
• Self-starter and independent problem solver
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
• Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
• Must be a team-player

And this background:

• NYS Students with Disabilities B-Grade 2 Certification
• Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families preferred
• Bilingual preferred

Why Join our Family?

Since 1998, Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life.

Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.