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Job description
Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs , we support over 35,000 adults and children each year , including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.
Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you're passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position: Preschool Special Education Teacher - School Year Work Schedule (10 Months/Paid over 26 pay periods)
The Teacher implements instruction based on The Creative Curriculum and Prekindergarten Performance Standards, NYC aligned with children's Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives. Adheres to the professional standards recommended by the National Association for the Education of Young Children to maintain accreditation.
Our early learning center is a vibrant and nurturing special education preschool. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser
Location: Bronx, NY 10457
Minimum Qualifications:
M.S. in Special Education. New York State teacher certification in Special Education K-12, an internship or emergency COVID certificate, initial or professional certification in Students with Disabilities, Birth-Grade 2.
Teacher Principal Responsibilities: Implement the Creative Curriculum.
Supervise the activities and assignment of the teacher assistants with individual children or groups of children in the classroom.
Write Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and monitor children's progress in goal areas.
Write annual IEP goals for children and Quarterly reports to parents on children's progress.
Implement instructional (e.g., Applied Behavior Analysis, ESL) and behavioral (group and individual) strategies and methodology in the classroom.
Collect and monitor data related to individualized behavior plans, IEPs, children's attendance, and other instructional and administrative areas as needed.
Attend team meetings and CPSE conferences as needed.
Make parent contacts, provide for transition of instruction to home, and invite parents for school visits.
Implement the policies and procedures contained in the Early Learning Center manuals.
Supervise classroom teacher assistants.
We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy: Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
Prescription Coverage
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday
And much more!
To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser:
VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!
Worksite address
bronx, NY, 10400, US
Who can apply
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