The Life Skills Preschool is looking for an early childhood special education teacher. The teacher will join our team of exceptional special educators. Life Skills seeks to provide hands on learning experiences for all students and help prepare them for a successful future. Our school is located across from the 6th Train in Westchester Square. Central location for commuting. Parking garage available within .3 mile walking distance.
Qualifications:
- NYS Teaching Certification (birth to Gr.2) is required
- Experience is required!
- Candidates on study plans, internship certificates or COVID licensure are eligible
- MSED in SWD (birth-Gr. 2) preferred
Duties include:
- Develop and implement activities and lessons based on the curriculum and to meet the individual and group needs of children in the classroom. Knowledge of the Creative Curriculum is a plus.
- Create an environment that responds to the children’s individual developmental levels and their needs and interests
- Maintain the daily schedule and classroom routines to ensure a consistent and routine experience for the children.
- Administer assessments and maintain proper documentation
- Maintain stable/supportive relationships with the children and their families through excellent communication skills
- Assist with transition planning
- Manage classroom materials and provide educational support, guidance, and training to Assistant Teachers
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and training
- Maintain proper documentation required from the program
Excellent Benefits Package!
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
*Sign-on Bonus offered*
Please contact Rachel Doble (516) 521-0358
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $68,600.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to Relocate:
- Bronx, NY 10461: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person