Special Education Teacher

We are hiring in Port Jervis, NY! Join us at Easterseals NY for an exciting career as a Special Education Teacher at $48,000- $50,000 (depending on credentials and experience)

Position Summary: Easterseals NY, Port Jervis is seeking a Special Education Teacher. Design and implement classroom program under the guidance of the School Administrator and/or designated staff.

Essential Job Functions:

Design a classroom environment that is both motivating and stimulating for students.

Provide a daily written lesson plan in appropriate book form. Store book accessibly at the school should the teacher be unexpectedly absent.

Maintain periodic progress scales for each pupil and attend case conferences on each student at appropriate intervals during the school year.

Implement behavioral system, as approved by treatment team and T.C.I. protocols.

Assure that accurate attendance records are maintained and are to be submitted appropriately prior to the completion of the school year.

Submit monthly reports to appropriate parties.

Attend school-specific and Agency-related staff and/or parent meetings as required.

Assure that all students are supervised at all times by a responsible individual who is a paid employee of the agency.

Attend annual orientation for staff prior to school opening.

Develop a working relationship with the assigned professionals as well as the coordinator of therapeutic classroom activities.

Collaborate with the Treatment Team regarding treatment of the children and diagnostic information.

Participate in meetings and workshops that would serve as community orientation regarding Easter Seals.

Help organize and supervise extracurricular activities.

Supervise aides assigned to classroom.

Transport students to and from group residence, activities, work, etc. Use of own vehicle is frequent, if not daily.

Perform other duties as assigned. This job description is not deigned to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities.

Education and Experience:

Bachelors Degree from accredited college or university.

Eligible for teacher certification or enrolled in Master’s degree program leading to certification.

Minimum 2 years relevant experience.

Meet minimum requirements of the appropriate State Board of Education.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

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