Special Educator EI/SEIS-Dutchess County, NY

Family of Kidz; Hopewell Junction (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 92,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

PTO

Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Professional Development

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Family of Kidz invites applications for a Special Educator EI/SEIS in Dutchess County, NY. The role supports preschoolers with individualized plans (IFSP/IEP) during school hours, with compensation in a $60–$67 per hour range.

Position may be part-time, fee-for-service, or full-time, depending on caseload. We offer comprehensive benefits for full-time staff, including PTO, holidays, health coverage, 401(k), and professional development.

Qualifications

• NYS Students with Disabilities B-Grade 2 Certification is required or preferred.
• Preschool/early intervention experience is beneficial.
• Bilingual ability is preferred to support diverse families.

Responsibilities

• Work with Preschool Program students to implement individualized goals from IFSP/IEP.
• Design creative, multi-sensory lessons aligned with IEP goals and report progress.
• Collect and report data on IEP goals quarterly to supervisors and families.
• Maintain communication with supervisors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Attend IEP meetings and ensure accurate attendance and daily billing.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Time management

Team player

Self-starter

Education

NYS Students with Disabilities B-Grade 2 Certification

Job description

Special Educator EI/SEIS

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

Details about this opportunity

• Location: Dutchess County, NY
• Status: Part- Time, Fee for Service or Full time Potential
• Hours: School hours
• Preschool services will follow the school calendar
• Compensation: EI/Preschool: $60-$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

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
• 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 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 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

• 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

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Please note the most current compensation information for all open positions at Family of Kidz can be found on our careers page at FamilyofKidz.com, which supersedes all other sources and job sites.

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.