RDLN0354615-9013
2025-10-20T00:00:00
2025-11-15T00:00:00
Job Title: Preschool Special Education Teacher Job Description:We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled Preschool Special Education Teacher. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young children with special needs, guiding their development and preparing them for future academic success.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate, and individualized lesson plans aligned with IEP goals and New York State learning standards.Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor student progress, adapt instruction, and inform IEP development.Create a positive, structured, and stimulating classroom environment that promotes learning, social-emotional growth, and independence.Utilize a variety of teaching strategies, including differentiated instruction, multi-sensory approaches, and positive behavior interventions.Collaborate effectively with a team of paraprofessionals, therapists (e.g., speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists), social workers, and other support staff to ensure comprehensive services for students.Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records, including progress reports, IEPs, and behavioral data.Communicate regularly and effectively with parents/guardians regarding student progress, goals, and classroom activities.Participate in IEP meetings, professional development opportunities, and school-wide initiatives.Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment for all students.Supervise and guide classroom paraprofessionals, ensuring effective implementation of instructional and behavioral strategies.Qualifications:New York State Certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Birth-2nd Grade) or Students with Disabilities (Early Childhood).Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching in a special education setting, with experience in an 8:1:2 or similar collaborative model highly desirable.Strong understanding of child development, early childhood curriculum, and special education best practices.Proficiency in developing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs.Knowledge of various assessment tools and data collection methods.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.Patience, creativity, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with young children with special needs.To Apply:Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, and resume.
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Red Door Learning Centers
Long Island
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