Special Educator/ABA

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Job Title: Special Educator

Location: Work available in all 5 boroughs of NYC. Choose your preferred zip code!

Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time/Contract

Introduction: Whether you are looking to engage full-time, prefer a part-time schedule to accommodate family needs, or wish to supplement your current position, we provide the opportunities to meet your professional and personal goals! Join our team as a Special Educator in our Early Intervention program and contribute significantly to helping children with developmental challenges. This role offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to customize your career to fit your lifestyle.  Competent Care is an accredited Early Intervention Program in New York City, staffed with New York State licensed and certified professionals. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care and services to families ensuring positive outcomes for their children. Our services are tailored to each child's needs and are delivered in their natural environments, including homes, daycares, and community settings.
Key Perks:

• Make Your Own Schedule: Control when and how much you work, tailoring your hours to best fit your life's demands.
• Flexible Caseload: Choose the number and intensity of your cases, enabling a balanced approach to your workload.
• Financial Freedom: Enjoy a competitive compensation structure designed to support both your immediate and long-term financial needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess children's educational and developmental needs.
• Implement strategies and activities that foster learning and development.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and a multidisciplinary team to ensure the integration of strategies.
• Monitor and document children's progress, adapting strategies as necessary to meet their developmental milestones.
• Manage scheduling and caseload based on personal availability and capacity.

Qualifications: ONE of the following certifications/licenses is required:

• • Students with Disabilities' ( Birth-2) OR,
  • Permanent Special education certificate OR,
  • TSHH permanent certificate OR,
  • TSLD Initial or Professional cert OR,
  • NYS licensed Social Worker
• Experience in early intervention or working with children with developmental delays preferred. 
• Experience with ABA and working with children with autism preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, adept at engaging with diverse families and teams.
• Excellent organizational and independent working skills.

Why Join Us? Our Early Intervention program is committed to not only the children in our care but also our team members. We believe in providing our educators with the flexibility and tools they need to succeed both professionally and personally. Join us for a supportive environment, professional growth opportunities, and the freedom to design a career that fits your life.