Anderson Center for Autism·Latham, New York
As a Special Education Preschool Teacher, you will design and deliver individualized instruction while guiding a team of Teacher Assistants. You will foster a collaborative environment to help every student reach their fullest potential.
The Special Education Preschool Teacher is a key member of Anderson Center for Autism’s educational team, responsible for creating a supportive, engaging, and structured learning environment where young children with autism can grow and thrive. Grounded in evidence‑based practices, this role designs and delivers individualized instruction aligned with each student’s IEP, supporting developmental, communication, social‑emotional, and academic skill building. The teacher provides leadership within the classroom by guiding and collaborating with Teacher Assistants and Aides, fostering a consistent, positive, and responsive learning environment. Through close partnership with families and interdisciplinary team members, the Preschool Teacher helps lay the foundation for lifelong learning and improved quality of life.
At anderson center for autism, teaching is more than instruction—it’s purpose‑driven work rooted in our mission to optimize quality of life for individuals with autism.
As a preschool teacher, you’ll have the opportunity to teach in a way that reflects the values that inspired you to enter the profession: Compassion, creativity, and meaningful impact.
You’ll be supported by a collaborative team that values your professional voice, prioritizes evidence‑based practice, and recognizes the critical role early education plays in shaping future outcomes.
Just as importantly, we are committed to supporting the quality of life of our staff by fostering an environment where well‑being, growth, and belonging are central.
Here, your work matters every day—to the children and families you serve, and to your own professional journey.
$54,859 – $62,699 (based on education and NYS certification) Location: Anderson Early Learning Academy - Latham, NY Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
https://www.andersoncenterforautism.org/benefits [https://www.andersoncenterforautism.org/benefits]
Anderson center for autism is dedicated to optimizing the quality of life (Qofl) for individuals with autism across their lifespan. We provide educational, clinical, residential, and vocational services grounded in dignity, respect, and evidence‑based practice. Nearly 900 staff members work together to deliver person‑centered support that helps each individual learn, grow, and thrive. When you join anderson, you become part of a mission‑driven community committed to compassion, excellence, and continuous improvement.
ABA, ASD, Autism, Cognitive, Education, Teacher, Special Education, Human Services, Special Needs, Treatment Team, health care, Behavioral, Supervisor, Preschool, Students with Disabilities
This position description in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties to be performed by the person filling this position. The person in the position may be required to perform other duties as necessitated by the situation or requested by his/her supervisor.
Anderson Center for Autism is committed to providing a diverse workforce by ensuring that discrimination barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes a person in one of these protected groups. Anderson Center for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Market context
In New York, special education preschool teachers are often sought where districts and early childhood programs need support for students with disabilities and individualized instruction. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree, a valid New York State Special Education certificate, and proven experience beyond student teaching. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certification status and highlight any hands-on work with disabled children in your application.