DDIN0256702-0070
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2022-03-26T00:00:00
OverviewDevelopmental 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 Childhood Day Services division the Special Education Teachers works along side the Behavior Therapists and Assistants as part of the interdisciplinary team. Working in the classroom the Special Education Teachers works with children with developmental disabilities on a variety of age appropriate educational goals.QualificationsBA Certified Teacher-Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree and NYS teaching certification in Special Education. For all positions:Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals is preferred.Interest in working with developmentally disabled individuals is required.Must possess good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.ResponsibilitiesThe Teacher sets up the classroom, structures the schedule, and follows procedures in setting up program books and data collection systems for the purpose of implementing the IEPs of the students in the class.The Teacher develops and uses appropriate or recommended behavior management systems, behavior support plans, reinforcement schedules, positive teaching techniques etc in accordance with DDI policy.The Teacher plans and implements a daily structured program, incorporating activities to achieve IEP goals and activities to promote generalization.The Teacher prepares and maintains required records and paperwork (IE attendance, student program books, lesson plans, daily data, graphed data summaries, parent communication notebooks, anecdotal records, progress reports, educational evaluation, recommended IEP, etc.)The Teacher communicates regularly with parents/CRP regarding student progress via written communication, phone contacts, school meetings, etc. The Teacher attends and passes all required trainings, staff meetings, in-services, team meetings, quarterly review meetings, CSE meetings, etc.The Teacher assures the materials and environmental modifications needed to implement students’ IEP are available.The Teacher is familiar with and acts in accordance with all policies contained in the Children’s Day Services Handbook for Staff.DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.
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DDI
Long Island
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