Head Teacher Special Education 1-6

ASSOCIATION FOR MENTALLY ILL CHILDREN·Village of Briarcliff Manor, New York

$69,801 - $69,801/yrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 2 days ago

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Head Teacher Special Education 1-6 · $69,801 - $69,801/yr

How this role compares

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+16% vs. median posted salary for classroom teacher roles in New York ($60,000, n=1049)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,049 posted classroom teacher roles in New York salarys. This role sits in the 75th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 16% above the New York median for classroom teacher roles.

The teacher will provide high-quality educational services to vulnerable children with mental illness within a self-contained classroom. They will also serve as an integrated member of a therapeutic treatment team to support students and their families.

Description *IMMEDIATE OPENING
An exciting opportunity for a NYS Special Ed certified teacher with an interest in therapeutic education to join our 12-month program. Looking for a patient, creative, flexible, and organized individual to teach highly vulnerable children with mental illness. Work as an integrated member of therapeutic treatment team, delivering high-quality services to students and their families in a day treatment setting. Immediate opening in self-contained classroom grades 4-6. Westchester, NY. Base Salary $70,922.59

Requirements

NYS Special Ed Certification grades 1-6 or Students with Disabilities all grades.

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $69,801 - $69,801/yr
Location: Village of Briarcliff Manor, New York
Posted: Sep 1, 2026
Application: Employer website

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