We are currently hiring for Special Education Teachers in ALL BOROUGHS. Our pre-school programs are located in Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn. This position includes a $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!!
Submit your resume to begin your journey with Adapt Community Network!
Why Join ADAPT?
It is more than a job; it's a calling. It is where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC (New York City) provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With care and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
SUMMARY
Under general direction, is responsible for conducting educational classes for special education preschool and school-age students Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) in accordance with the needs of the students and in accordance with the regulations and requirements of the applicable governmental and other regulatory agencies. Acts as team leader of each student’s team. The Teacher is responsible for supervising Teacher Assistants assigned to his/her team (class) orient; responsibly directs, and commends Teacher Assistants.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of the Teacher will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Plans and conducts classes/activities adapted to the needs of students in collaboration with other teachers and Teacher Assistants.
- Assesses and prepares IEPs. Implements and evaluates short and long-term goals and objectives.
- Participates in activities pertaining to a student transitioning to kindergarten, and attends turning five meetings.
- Participates in Annual review meetings with Committee on Preschool Special Education administrators (CPSE).
- Provides educational assessment and evaluation of students annually in all educational domains using DAYC-2 (Developmental Assessment of Young Children), HELP (Hawaii Early Learning Profile), and informal teacher observations.
- Prepares and adapts all individual and group lesson plans and materials, equipment and furniture arrangement, and necessary modifications of environment utilizing Creative Curriculum and Al’s Pals social-emotional learning curriculum
- Maintains records of daily attendance and progress. Write quarterly reports, annual reports, and other data as requested.
- Ensures that services are rendered to students with the utmost regard for their personal dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
- Participates in activities outside the classroom where necessary i.e., trips, pool (only BK SITE), gym, and community walks.
- Serves and participates as a member at interdisciplinary team meetings, Annual Reviews, parent meetings, Special Review Committee meetings, In-Services, etc. as required.
- Orients, trains, delegates, supervises work of TAs
- Obtains approval of class equipment and materials when necessary
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Availability Monday-Friday 8am-3pm, year-round
- Master’s Degree in Special Education
- New York State Certification in Special Education Early Childhood (Birth-2nd Grade)
- Meet all additional NY State Certification requirements.
- OR -
- Bachelor's Degree and currently obtaining your Master's Degree and/or Special Education Certification, you would qualify to work as a Special Education Teacher on a Study Plan.
COMPENSATION: Starting at: $75,000 + Industry-Leading Benefits & $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!
At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.
ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and statuses are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Teaching: 5 years (Required)
- Special Education: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- NYS Teaching Certification Early Childhood Special Education (Required)
- Special Education Certification (Required)
- Birth-2nd Grade Teaching Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person