Special Education Teacher Preschool

Company: Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Location: Utica
Posted on: January 5, 2022

Job Description:

We are now offering a $1,500 sign on bonus!At Upstate Cerebral Palsy, we provide innovative programs and services that support people and create opportunities to fulfill life choices...one person at a time, through everyday miracles. We are looking to hire compassionate, professional, and versatile staff to support a variety of individuals who experience disabilities.POSITION SUMMARYThe Special Education Teacher is responsible to see that each child's IEP is carried out, take part in interdisciplinary team meetings, oversee class room aides and assistants, compile reports and statistics, maintain supplies and participate in Agency activities.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Activities include but are not limited to the following:* Plan, coordinate and implement the educational program for each child (IEP).* Function as a contributing member of each child's interdisciplinary team and represent the team at CSE meetings, as required.* Effectively oversee teacher aides, interns, students and volunteers on all activities for program success.* Compile all reports and statistics required by Upstate Cerebral Palsy, NYS Education Department, funding and referral agencies and others as may be required.* Order supplies and equipment.* Participate in activities as part of the treatment team that may include meetings, trainings and committees.QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE* Current Initial New York State Teacher Certification in students with disabilities for the appropriate age group being taught or a current Provisional New York State Teacher Certification in Special Education.* Basic Computer Skills (Windows, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Word, Excel)* Must have a valid NYS Driver's LicenseOur work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match, life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

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