Special Needs Preschool Teacher (IEP Focus)

Heartshare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision and life保险

403(B) retirement plan with employer

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible spending account

Tuition Assistance Program

Professional Development opportunities

Wellhub Discount

Verizon Wireless Discount

Broadway discounts

Job summary

HeartShare in New York seeks a compassionate Teacher to support preschoolers with special needs. You will deliver individualized instruction, implement IEPs, and foster a warm, inclusive classroom that promotes social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.

Join a collaborative team with an Education Coordinator, engage families with regular progress updates, and contribute to data-driven planning using Common Core and Creative Curriculum standards.

Qualifications

• N.Y.S. Approved Certification for Students with Disabilities is preferred.
• Bachelor’s in ECE or related field with valid SED certification.
• Bachelor’s in ECE or related field with two years preschool experience.
• Proposed Plan required for uncertified Pre-K lead teachers.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and/or small group academic and behavior support interventions for students
• Prepare for and participate in IEP meetings of students
• Prepare IEP mandated instruction to students with disabilities
• Participate in meetings that focus on reviewing data to identify or adjust interventions for students who are not meeting grade level benchmarks
• Collaborate closely with Education Coordinator, behavior support staff, and other RS Providers
• Collect pre/post assessment data and ongoing progress monitoring data
• Communicate regularly with caregivers and provide progress updates
• Collaborating in an interdisciplinary planning and teaching team that meets the needs of all students
• Implementing curriculum and assessments that are aligned to Common Core Learning/NYS Standards and Creative Curriculum
• Using data gathered through formative and summative assessments to guide instructional planning
• Practicing an open-door policy that encourages collaboration and development of best practice pedagogy
• Serving as an advisor to a small group of students, including maintaining ongoing communication with parents/guardians
• Initiating partnerships and mentoring relations with HeartShare personnel and faculty to enhance school experiences and develop external learning experiences
• Maintaining regular and open communication with families by providing regular written updates on student progress and creating opportunities for family participation, inclusion, and collaboration
• Communicating student achievement data with parents and families through TEAMS
• Taking on duties that support classroom teaching
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope, responsibilities, and level of the position, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Education

N.Y.S. Approved Certification – Students with Disabilities: Internship, Initial or Professional (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field AND valid certification issued by the State Education Department

Bachelor’s degree in an Early Childhood Education or related field AND two years of supervised and documented relevant experience in a preschool program

Proposed Plan

Job description

HeartShare in New York seeks a compassionate Teacher to support preschoolers with special needs. You will deliver individualized instruction, implement IEPs, and foster a warm, inclusive classroom that promotes social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.

Join a collaborative team with an Education Coordinator, engage families with regular progress updates, and contribute to data-driven planning using Common Core and Creative Curriculum standards.