Special Educator EI/SEIS

Family of Kidz; Oceanside (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team focused on supporting children with special needs! This role offers the flexibility to create your own schedule while making a meaningful impact in the lives of kids and their families. As a Special Educator, you'll work closely with students in Early Intervention and Preschool Programs, developing tailored lessons and conducting evaluations. With opportunities for both part-time and full-time work, you can enjoy generous benefits, including paid time off, insurance options, and professional development assistance. If you're passionate about helping children thrive, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Professional Development Assistance

Team Building Events

Incentive Program

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children and families with strong communication skills.
• Must have NYS Students with Disabilities B-Grade 2 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized lessons targeting goals from IFSP/IEP.
• Perform comprehensive evaluations and write detailed reports.

Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Time Management

Problem Solving

Empathy

Education

NYS Students with Disabilities B-Grade 2 Certification

Experience in supporting children and families

Job description

Special Educator EI/SEIS Evaluator

Family of Kidz is hiring and has immediate openings! If you are looking to create your own schedule and have a passion for helping kids, you’re in the right place!

Details about this opportunity:

• Location: Surrounding areas near Oceanside, NY
• Status: Part-Time, Fee for Service or Full time Potential
• Hours: Day, evening, and weekend opportunities available
• Early Intervention services operate 365 days a year and can be flexibly scheduled
• Preschool services will follow the school calendar
• Compensation:
• EI Compensation: $64-$75/ hour
• Preschool Compensation: $55-60/ 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:

FULL TIME BENEFITS:

• Generous Paid Time Off (between 25-28 days!)
• 12 Holidays including Winter break 12/25-1/1
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Legal and Pet Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Team Building Events
• Incentive Program

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, Legal and Pet Insurance)

• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Full-Time Opportunities Available
• Team Building events
• Incentive Program

Responsibilities:

• Work with students who are in Early Intervention or 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 IFSP/IEP goals and report progress toward these goals.
• Collect meaningful information on IEP /IFSP goals and report quarterly on child’s progress with IEP/IFSP 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/IFSP meetings.

Responsibilities for Evaluations:

• Perform comprehensive evaluations in clinic, home and/or preschool based settings.
• Write detailed evaluation reports demonstrating the child’s abilities and areas of difficulties.
• Work collaboratively with parents, teachers, and the evaluation team.
• Develop appropriate functional goals based upon the needs of the student.

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

Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!

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.