YAI·New York
Oversees a classroom for children with brain-based and intellectual disabilities, providing instructional and behavioral support. Responsible for developing IEPs, documenting academic goals, and collaborating with therapy teams and parents.
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Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Oversees a classroom of school-aged children (ages 3 – 21) with brain-based disabilities and/or with other intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
Prepares lessons and teaches students, providing instructional and behavioral management support to students, both individually and in small groups.
Incorporates social skills into daily lesson plans and activities.
Collaborates with each student’s school therapy team as necessary and appropriate, and implements therapy recommendations to support optimal treatment of the student.
Prepares and appropriately documents annual academic goals for students and compiles quarterly progress reports; participates in Individualized Education Program (IEP) process including IEP meetings and team meetings, or legal hearings, when necessary and appropriate.
Communicates and collaborates and/or meets with parents on a regular basis and involves parents in their child’s activities and progress.
Provides direction, support and supervision to the paraprofessionals, teacher assistants and/or Associate Special Education Teachers in their classroom.
Utilizes a multisensory approach incorporating art, music, and technology to design lessons to increase students’ literacy, numeracy, communication, social, and life skills.
Performs all other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)
Current certification and registration as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities (grades B-2, 1-6, 7-12 and/or All Grades) or Permanent Special Education Certification, issued by the New York State Education Department; or
Bachelor’s degree in education or closely related field and active pursuit of master’s level education in a New York State Registered Program for Special Education Teacher’s Certificate (or equivalent), with anticipated completion and receipt of certification as Teacher of Students with Disabilities within 5 (five) years of appointment; and two (2) years of experience in childcare, social services, healthcare and/or other school-based role.
Exceptional interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills
Ability to take initiative, multi-task & meet deadlines
Highly flexible personality type
Compensation: $70,000-$85,000 annually
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Requires NYS certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities or a Bachelor's degree in education with a commitment to obtain certification within five years. Minimum of two years of experience in childcare, social services, or school-based roles is required.
Market context
New York continues to need special education teachers, especially in districts balancing compliance, individualized instruction, and student support. This role is competitive because employers often look for current certification or active progress toward a related master’s degree, plus experience working with children and strong communication skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certification status and prepare examples of collaboration and student support from your experience.
