Special Educator , School Age- Dover, NY

Family of Kidz; Town of Dover (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Professional Development Assistance

Team Building events

Incentive Program

Job summary

Family of Kidz seeks a Special Educator to deliver IEP-driven lessons in home and community settings. You will develop creative, multi-sensory activities aligned to goals, collect progress data, and report quarterly. Collaboration with supervisors, teachers, and families is essential.

CSE meeting participation is expected. Requirements include NYS Certification SWD-7-12 (or all grades) and at least one year in similar setting; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• NYs SWD certification required for the specific case (7-12).
• One year experience with children and families preferred.
• Bilingual skills considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Work with students in home and community settings to provide individualized lessons targeting IEP goals.
• Develop creative, multi-sensory lessons aligned with IEP goals to engage learners of varying abilities.
• Collect data on IEP goals and report progress quarterly.
• Maintain communication with lead supervisors and school teams.
• Attend CSE meetings and participate in plan development.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Team player

Time management

Bilingual

Education

NYS Certification SWD-7-12

NYS Certification SWD all grades

Job description

• Location: Current case available in home in Dover, NY.
• Additional cases available throughout Dutchess County, NY
• Home and Community services
• School based opportunities
• Status: Fee for Service Opportunities
• Hours: Typically in the afternoon/evening
• Follows school calendar
• Compensation: $60-$80/hour

Special Educator

Details about this opportunity

• Location: Current case available in home in Dover, NY.
• Additional cases available throughout Dutchess County, NY
• Home and Community services
• School based opportunities
• Status: Fee for Service Opportunities
• Hours: Typically in the afternoon/evening
• Follows school calendar
• Compensation: $60-$80/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
• Full-Time FFS Opportunities Available
• Team Building events
• Incentive Program

Responsibilities

• Work with students in the home and community setting to provide individualized lessons which target Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals.
• Develop creative and multi-sensory lessons based on IEP goals to engage and captivate learners with various abilities.
• Collect meaningful data on IEP goals and report quarterly on child’s progress with IEP goals.
• Ongoing communication with lead supervisors and school team.
• Maintain accurate attendance and submit electronic billing on a daily basis.
• Knowledge of discrete trial instruction, natural environment teaching, and incidental teaching is a plus.
• Attend professional development trainings to maintain best practice approach and continue personal development.
• Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
• Attend CSE 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

• For this case: NYS Certification SWD- 7-12, all grades or Permanent
• For general opportunities: NYS Certification SWD (1-6,5-9,7-12, all grades or Permanent)
• Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families preferred
• Bilingual is a plus

Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!

• 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.