Job Information
Racker Preschool Special Education Teacher in Ithaca, New York
Overview
Now hiring a full-time special education teacher for work with preschool children with autism in an intensive 6:1:3 classroom program in Ithaca, New York. This classroom is integrated with a daycare program. Will be responsible for formulating individualized behavior/skills development plan , creating specific programs and activities to meet each IEP goal and working directly with each child on a rotating basis
We offer Tuition Assistance, health insurances and a 20% Discount on Childcare Services for children and grandchildren of staff. Eligible for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Annual salary of $45,000 + credit for experience to start.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties:
Support Racker's operations and personnel in a manner that reflects its values as defined in the Mission, Vision, Guiding Principles and Code of Conduct
Plan and organize individualized program for each child
Provide individual and group instruction; provide leadership and assign tasks to paraprofessionals in classroom, as applicable
Assist in interpreting the child’s Individual’s Education Plan (IEP) to treatment team and provide direction for carryover skills
Share the educational perspective on how to address children’s needs; facilitate weekly team meetings
Understand and utilize techniques of other team members in program design and daily activities
Utilize problem-solving techniques to resolve problems and come to conclusion with team
Accord respect and support to each team member
Keep families fully informed of issues affecting their children and the program by promoting open communication and mutual understanding
Provide support and information that families need either directly or by using team members, other resources from The Centers or community resources
Participate on multidisciplinary treatment team
Attend meetings as requested by supervisor and site director
Attend trainings required by program regulations, including OCFS regulation, and as directed by supervisor/site director
Prepare required reports, including quarterly progress reports/report cards for each child, and keep daily attendance records for each child
Prepare all required reports in a complete, timely and professionally written manner
Provide other reports as required
Travel to various locations within multiple counties, using own valid working vehicle. Must have a valid driver’s New York State driver’s license
Uphold standards of professionalism with regard to behavior and dress
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Ideal candidate is eager to learn, passionate about growth for all children, and open to feedback. Must have, or be eligible for, New York State Certification in Special Education. ABA experience preferred but not required.
Master's degree in Special Education or equivalency required.
Graduates professionally certified after February 2004, must be New York State certified for students with disabilities birth to second grade.
Experience with using Applied Behavior Analysis in a classroom setting preferred.
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Job LocationsUS-NY-Ithaca
Category Early Childhood
Total Hours 37.5