DDIN0237033-9013
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2022-12-31T00:00:00
Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI, is one of the largest providers of care to children and adults with Autism, developmental disabilities and other special needs. DDI has been a part of Long Island for over 50 years serving over 1,500 children and adults with Autism, other developmental disabilities and special needs. DDI provides innovative and expansive services to our population through various educational settings, residential services, day habilitation programs and vocational services.Working in DDI's Early Childhood Services division the Early Childhood Special Education Teacher II BA works alongside the Early Childhood Aide and Assistants as part of the interdisciplinary team. Working in the classroom the Early Childhood Special Education Teacher II BA works with children with developmental disabilities on a variety of age appropriate educational goals.ResponsibilitiesEvaluate, assess and screen students using appropriate standardized testing and clinical observational skillsResponsible for the implementation of a child’s IEP/IFSP and progress towards goalsDemonstrate the knowledge and ability to implement the curriculum as outlinedDemonstrate the knowledge and ability to effectively manage classroom behaviorsProvide required documentation for services that your program and/or supervisor have outlined for you.Maintain documentation in a professional, efficient, accountable and confidential mannerDemonstrate the ability to effectively manage the assigned classroom staffAttend all meetings as scheduled and collaborate with other professional, staff and familiesResponsible for the maintenance of classroom materials and suppliesMaintain and update professional knowledge, skills and abilities through appropriate education, in-service training or higher educationOther duties as assignedEssential FunctionsMust be able to modify the area to secure the safety of childrenAbility to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place child on changing tableMust be able to move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopementMust be able to position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environmentMust have ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarmsMust be able to ascend and descend stairs with railingQualificationsBachelors Degree in Special EducationNYSED certification in Special EducationGood interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
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DDI
Long Island
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