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Job description
A Child's Place at Unity House of Troy is seeking passionate and qualified Master's Level Special Education Teachers (Birth-Grade 2 certified) to join our welcoming Special Education Department.
We are looking for a special education teacher to join our co-teaching model in an integrated setting. Our program strives to provide diverse, curriculum driven opportunities for identified children to learn along side their peers.
If you're looking for meaningful work, a supportive environment, and true work-life balance, this is the opportunity for you!
$5000 sign on bonus for eligible candidates Salary based upon experience and qualifications.
Salaried Monday - Friday 35hrs/week
Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Special Education
NYS Certification: Students with Disabilities, Birth-Grade 2
Proficient writing and computer skills
Ability to implement and adapt behavior support plans
Reliable transportation & valid NYS driver's license
Key Responsibilities: Assess developmental and educational needs of preschoolers with special needs
Design and implement individualized, evidence-based instruction
Perform student assessment and evaluation required
Adapt behavioral plans accordingly
Work with a supportive multi-disciplinary team
Collaborate with all staff, teachers, therapists, administrators and families to benefit the children served
Create inclusive, supportive classroom environments
Conduct evaluations and maintain required documentation
Promote a classroom of inclusion and belonging
Benefits: School Calendar Benefits
Work-Life Balance: 35-hour workweek, no nights or weekends
Supportive, multi-disciplinary team
Up to 50% childcare tuition discount at A Child's Place
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) retirement plans with employer contributions after one year
Generous paid time off & holidays
Non-Profit School Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Tuition discounts, gym memberships, and cell phone savings
Supportive, mission-driven workplace culture
Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve.
As An Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Join us to see how we improve the lives of children and families.
Worksite address
troy, NY, 12182, US
Who can apply
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