Early childhood special education teacher 3 ma

Early childhood special education teacher ma: Full-Time, Salary $55,000 – $88,000/year

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shifts Available

Monday - Friday, 8

00am - 3:00pm or 8:30am - 3:30pm

About DDI

For nearly 65 years, DDI (Developmental Disabilities Institute) has been a leading agency providing a full spectrum of care for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. We are driven by a dedicated team and a deep belief in the potential of every individual.

The Role

As a Special Education Teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with them, by implementing their IEP/IFSP, promoting their well-being, and helping them progress toward their goals. You will work closely with and manage assigned classroom staff. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.

What You Bring To DDI

• Masters Degree in Special Education
• NYSED certification in
• Special
• Education in one of the following areas:
• NYSED Students with Disabilities Birth – 2nd Grade
• NYSED Permanent Special Education
• NYSED Special Education certification and also holds Severe or Multiple Disabilities Annotation
• Good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate, assess, and screen students using appropriate standardized testing and clinical observational skills.
• Responsible for the implementation of a child’s IEP/IFSP and progress towards goals.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to implement the curriculum as outlined.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to effectively manage classroom behaviors.
• Provide required documentation for services that your program and/or supervisor have outlined for you.
• Maintain documentation in a professional, efficient, accountable and confidential manner.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively manage the assigned classroom staff.
• Attend all meetings as scheduled and collaborate with other professionals, staff and families.
• Responsible for the maintenance of classroom materials and supplies.
• Maintain and update professional knowledge, skills and abilities through appropriate education, Inservice training or higher education.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Must Be Able to Do

• Modify the area to secure the safety of children
• Move or transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place a child on a changing table.
• Move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopement
• Position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environment
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms
• Ascend and descend stairs with a railing.

Why You'll Love This Job

• Build
• Meaningful
• Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and
• Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be
• Part of a
• Supportive
• Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience
• Job
• Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here’s How We Support You

• Comprehensive
• Paid
• Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional
• Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement
• Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in
• Your
• Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career
• Growth: Opportunities for advancement within DDI.
• And
• More: Paid time off for school breaks!

If You Are

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the DDI team!

When you join our team, you become part of the DDI Family! Click here [https://youtu.be/PWZGTIkeLeg%20] to watch our video to find out more about the DDI Family.

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.