Collaborates with classroom teachers to provide instructional and behavioral support to students with brain injuries or disabilities. Assists in lesson planning, classroom coverage, and the implementation of individualized therapy recommendations.
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Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities Collaborates with classroom teacher in performance of teaching functions providing support to students and coteaching.
Provides instructional and behavioral management support to students.
Works with children in small and large group settings, as well as individually, under the supervision of the Director of Education.
Participates in lesson planning process, preparing and/or delivering lessons to students both individually and in small groups.
Provides classroom coverage as a substitute teacher as needed, overseeing and leading lessons for various classrooms of 6 to 8 school-aged children with brain injuries or brain-based disabilities in absence of classroom teacher.
Communicates with parents, staff and administration, as appropriate.
Provides direction, support and supervision to the paraprofessionals in the classroom.
Collaborates in the planning and implementation of a supportive and challenging developmentally appropriate program.
Collaborates with each student’s iHOPE therapy team as necessary and appropriate, implementing therapy recommendations in the classroom accordingly to support optimal treatment of the student.
Participates in setting up, cleaning and maintaining classroom equipment and supplies.
May participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, when necessary and appropriate and/or provide information to classroom teacher and/or director regarding students as needed.
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.) Associate’s degree preferably in education-related field; or Current certificate and registration as a Level III Teaching Assistant issued by the New York State Education Department; or Satisfactory equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training; and Exhibits exceptional interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills Exhibits the ability to take initiative Highly flexible personality type Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field Two (2) years of experience in an educational setting Current enrollment in a New York State registered Master’s Program for Special Education Teacher’s Certificate (or equivalent) Compensation: $53,900-61,600 Salary 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.
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Requires an Associate's degree in an education-related field or a Level III Teaching Assistant certificate. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in an educational setting.
Market context
In New York, special education teacher roles typically reflect steady demand because schools need staff who can support diverse learning needs and comply with state and district requirements. This role is competitive when candidates bring an associate’s degree in an education-related field or a NYS Level III Teaching Assistant certificate, with a bachelor’s degree and two years of educational experience often preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show classroom support experience and familiarity with special education settings.