What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Special Education Teacher position at ABILITIES FIRST, INC?
Description
Abilities First, Inc., has been making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities for almost sixty years. We offer a wide variety of services including school and preschool programs, day habilitation, residential habilitation, community habilitation, and employment services.
Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Full time Teacher position available in our Pre school program located in Hyde Park, NY. The Classroom Teacher is responsible for the assessment of individual student’s needs, lesson plans, supervision of classroom staff, curriculum planning and development.
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 3:00pm; 32.5 hours per week, 48 weeks per year. This position follows the school calendar (September – June), with a 6-week summer program.
Excellent benefits including: On-demand payment: access your earnings as you earn them, as early as the next day without waiting for your next paycheck. Paid holidays, snow days, sick and personal time, continuing education, 401-k & Medical/Dental/Vision offered.
Earn more with the College of Direct Support - online classes paid for by the agency, available 3 semesters per year with a salary increase upon each completed semester.
Become involved in the incredible mission of Abilities First, Inc., by providing people with disabilities and their families with support to attain independence, self-determination, integration and acceptance by others through education, exploration and experience.
Requirements
- NYS Teacher Certification in Special Education B-2 or permanent Special Education certification required.
- Experience working with students with developmental disabilities and behavioral support plans preferred.