Astoria Blue Feather ELC Special Education Preschool Teacher

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Currently seeking Special Education Preschool Teacher for our Astoria Blue Feather ELC in Astoria.

Address: 27-07 8th Street Astoria, NY 11102

Teachers on a plan are available for those in process of their SWD ( Students with Disabilities ) and MA degree.

Role Description

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,200.00 - $74,282.00 per year

Responsibilities

Full Time | Monday-Friday; Hours: 8:30 A.M-3:00 P.M; 10 month program with 30 day summer session; Responsibilities include: Assessing student's needs and abilities, and prepare lesson plans for a self-contained classroom.; Assess students’ developmental levels and design individualized plans utilizing behavioral approach based on theories of applied behavioral analysis and/or TEACCH principles.; Create developmentally sound and appropriate IEP goals and objectives focusing on areas of strengths, areas for improvement, and preferences for re-enforcers and motivational strategies.; Prepare daily schedule/lesson plan for each student with activities aligned to NYS Prekindergarten Foundation for the Common Core Standards or NYS Common Core Standards, informed by authentic assessment data, which advance school readiness goals and reflect the objectives contained in IEP, prepare Progress Reports and update IEP as needed, participate in review meetings.

Requirements

BA or MA and New York State Certification in Special Education ( Students with Disabilities Grades B-2 or All Grades ) required, experience in autism preferred.; Teachers on a plan are available for those in process of their SWD ( Students with Disabilities ) and MA degree.

Benefits

Paid time off; Health, Dental and Vision insurance; 403b Retirement Plan with employer match; Tuition Assistance; Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program; Life Insurance; Parental Leave; Commuter Benefits; Health Savings Account; Referral Program; Professional Development; & more