The Fedcap Group·City of Port Jervis, New York
The Special Education Teacher designs and implements a motivating preschool classroom program under administrative guidance. Responsibilities include creating lesson plans based on IEPs, maintaining progress reports, and supervising classroom staff and students.
We are hiring in Port Jervis, NY! Join us at Easterseals NY for an exciting career as a Special Education Teacher (10-month position)
As a Special Education Teacher for the preschool program, you will design and implement classroom program under the guidance of the School Administrator and/or designated staff. You will design a classroom environment that is both motivating and stimulating for students.
Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university.
Eligible for teacher certification or enrolled in Master’s degree program leading to certification.
Minimum 2 years relevant experience.
Meet minimum requirements of the appropriate State Board of Education.
Easterseals is a standard-bearer for creating equity and access for people with disabilities and other barriers to long term self-sufficiency. For 100 years, Easterseals has been an indispensable resource for people and families living with disabilities. Throughout all life's moments -- from the extraordinary to the ordinary and everything in between -- Easterseals is here to help people and families realize and reach for their full potential.
The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and be eligible for teacher certification or enrolled in a Master's program. A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and meeting State Board of Education requirements are required.
Market context
Special education teachers in New York are consistently in demand, especially for early childhood and elementary settings where licensure and classroom readiness matter. These roles are competitive because districts and programs often look for candidates with New York State Special Education certification, a valid driver’s license, and preferred skills like a master’s degree and MS Word proficiency. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification area and prepare examples of student support strategies before applying.