Liberty Resources / Liberty POST·Rochester, New York
The teacher will plan and implement special education strategies while maintaining lesson plans that align with student IEPs and state learning standards. They are also responsible for assessing children formally and informally to produce quarterly and annual progress reports.
Liberty POST is currently seeking a motivated and energetic Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for Itinerant employment to work with children who are birth-5 years old through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs.
Immediate positions are available in Rochester.
Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994.
Backed by Liberty Resources Inc. and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY and has grown to provide a range of services throughout all of New York State and New Jersey.
We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play.
We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.
Job
Plans, implements special education strategies/instruction and maintains daily lesson plans and activities which reflect the goals of the common core, student IEPs and NYS learning standards. Reviews and signs attestation of each child’s IEP; ensures implementation of services regarding location, duration and frequency as listed on IEP. Develops and implements designated curriculum that fosters both special needs and typical children’s acquisition mastery of age-appropriate level skills as per NYS and UPK regulations, by using children’s strengths, preferences and interests. Assesses children, both formally and informally, leading up to Quarterly and Annual Review Reports for each child in the classroom. Provides a developmentally appropriate, child focused, and safe active learning environment. Imbeds instruction across routines and activities.
Liberty Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or Early Childhood Education with appropriate certifications. A valid driver's license is required, and prior teaching experience in preschool or special education settings is preferred.
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.
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