Special Educator

Special Educator - Leave Replacement- School Age

Details about this opportunity:

• Location: 8:1:2 Elementary Leave Replacement, 2026-2027 School year Mt Vernon, NY

Other opportunities include:

• Home and Community services
• School based RR, Consultant Teacher, etc.
• Status:Part-Time, Fee for Service or Full time Potential
• Hours: M-F 8:30-3:00 pm
  • Follows the school calendar
• Compensation:$50-$80/hour based on services rendered

Please note this is a range. This position is fee-for-service (FFS), rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. Will depend on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.

What we have to offer YOU:

PART TIME BENEFITS:
We are excited to offer a range of valuable benefits for our employees who work 25 or more hours per week (Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and Pet Insurance)*

• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Team Building events
• Incentive Program
• Ongoing Professional Development and Training Opportunities

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead Special Education Teacher in an 8:1:2 classroom for the duration of the leave replacement.
• Develop and implement individualized, differentiated, and multisensory instruction aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), curriculum standards, and classroom learning objectives.
• Create and maintain lesson plans, instructional materials, classroom schedules, and structured learning routines that address students’ academic, communication, social-emotional, behavioral, and functional needs.
• Implement each student’s IEP goals, accommodations, modifications, Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), and other individualized supports with fidelity.
• Collect and analyze meaningful data related to IEP goals, academic performance, behavior, and student progress.
• Complete required progress reports, classroom documentation, and other district records accurately and within established timelines.
• Maintain a structured, supportive, and safe classroom environment using proactive behavior-management and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Provide direction and support to teaching assistants, behavior technicians, and other classroom staff to promote consistent implementation of instructional and behavioral programming.
• Collaborate with related service providers, behavior consultants, administrators, families, and other members of the school team to support student progress and continuity of services.
• Ongoing communication with lead supervisors and school team.
• Maintain accurate attendance and submit electronic billingon a daily basis.
• Knowledge of discrete trial instruction, natural environment teaching, and incidental teaching is a plus.
• Attendprofessional developmenttrainingsto maintainbestpractice approach and continue personal development.
• Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
• Attend CSE meetings.

Home & Community Responsibilities (if applicable):

• Work with students in the home and community setting to provide individualized lessons which target Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals.
• Develop creative and multi-sensory lessons based on IEP goals to engage and captivate learners with various abilities.
• Collect meaningful data on IEP goals and report quarterly on child’s progress with IEP goals.
• Collaborate with IEP team members and participate in team meetings as needed

About You:

If you have these attributes:

• Passionate about working with children and their families
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals
• Self-starter and independent problem solver
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
• Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
• Must be a team-player

And this background:

• NYS Certification SWD (1-6, all grades or Permanent)
• Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families preferred
• Bilingual is a plus

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