4410 Special Education Program

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Special Education Teacher

Position Summary

The Special Education Teacher leads instruction in Friends of Crown Heights’ 12:1:2 classrooms, ensuring all teaching practices meet DOE, NYSED 4410, and Article 47 requirements. The teacher provides high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with each student’s IEP, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEP-aligned lesson plans.
• Conduct assessments and maintain clinical documentation.
• Supervise and coach Teacher Assistants.
• Implement evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Develop and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Collaborate with related service providers and families.
• Participate in CPSE meetings and annual reviews.

Qualifications

• NYS Students with Disabilities (Birth–Grade 2) Certification required.
• Experience in preschool special education preferred.

Per-Diem CNA or Nurse

Friends of Crown Heights 4410 Program Health Services – Per-Diem Clinical Support

Position Summary

The Per-Diem CNA or Nurse provides health-related support and consultation for Friends of Crown Heights’ 4410 program. This role ensures compliance with DOE, NYSED 4410, and NYC DOHMH Article 47 health and safety requirements. The clinician provides as-needed medical support, documentation, and communication with families and providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide as-needed medical support, including medication administration per physician orders.
• Conduct health screenings and monitor students with chronic conditions.
• Maintain health logs, incident reports, and DOE-required documentation.
• Respond to injuries, illnesses, and health-related incidents.
• Consult with families and medical providers as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Article 47 health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• NYS CNA certification or RN/LPN license required.
• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Certified Teacher Assistant – 12:1:2 Classroom

Friends of Crown Heights 4410 Program DC 37 – Daycare Workers’ Local

Position Summary

The Certified Teacher Assistant provides instructional and behavioral support in the 12:1:2 classrooms at Friends of Crown Heights. The role supports the Special Education Teacher in delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction while ensuring full compliance with DOE, NYSED 4410, and NYC DOHMH Article 47 regulations. This position is a DC 37 Daycare Workers’ Local union role and follows all contractual expectations, protections, and work standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support IEP-aligned instruction and assist with data collection.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group instructional support within the 12:1:2 classroom structure.
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and implementation of behavior plans.
• Maintain a safe, organized, Article-47-compliant classroom environment.
• Communicate daily observations to the Special Education Teacher.
• Participate in DOE-required trainings and professional development.
• Uphold all responsibilities and standards outlined in the DC 37 Daycare Workers’ Local contract .

Qualifications

• NYS Teacher Assistant Certification (Level I, II, or III) required.
• Experience in early childhood or special education preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teaching staff and related service providers.

Per-Diem Administrative Leadership

Position Summary

The Per-Diem Principal provides on-call administrative leadership, instructional oversight, and regulatory compliance support for the Friends of Crown Heights 4410 Preschool Special Education Program. This role ensures that program operations, instruction, staffing, and safety practices remain aligned with NYSED 4410 , NYC DOE , and NYC DOHMH Article 47 requirements. The Per-Diem Principal serves as the acting site leader during staff absences, high-need periods, or scheduled coverage days.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site administrative leadership during assigned per-diem days.
• Ensure instructional practices align with IEP mandates, 4410 regulations, and DOE expectations.
• Support classroom observations, coaching, and feedback for teachers and assistants.
• Oversee daily program operations, including attendance, staffing ratios, and classroom coverage.
• Ensure compliance with Article 47 health and safety standards.
• Respond to incidents, complete required DOE/DOHMH documentation, and communicate with families as needed.
• Support crisis management, behavioral interventions, and emergency procedures.
• Collaborate with Special Education Teachers, Related Service Providers, and program administration.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and compliance documentation.
• Represent the program professionally during DOE, CPSE, or regulatory visits when scheduled.

Qualifications

• NYS School Building Leader (SBL) or School District Leader (SDL) certification required .
• Experience in early childhood special education or 4410 programs strongly preferred .
• Knowledge of NYSED 4410 regulations, DOE policies, and Article 47 requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make informed decisions quickly in a preschool special education environment.

Schedule & Compensation

• Per-diem, as-needed basis (coverage for absences, meetings, or high-need days).
• Follows the 12-month DOE calendar used by the Friends of Crown Heights 4410 Program.
• Compensation aligned with organizational per-diem administrative rates.

In more than 40 years of continuous and exemplary public service, Friends of Crown Heights has been a leading provider of high-quality child care and early childhood education services in New York City. Today, the organization is New York's largest and most comprehensive provider of subsidized child care and early childhood education. We are also a contracted provider of Universal Pre-K, 3-K, and After-school programs in 20 full-service centers serving children and families in the boroughs of Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Staten Island.

Company Description

In more than 40 years of continuous and exemplary public service, Friends of Crown Heights has been a leading provider of high-quality child care and early childhood education services in New York City. Today, the organization is New York's largest and most comprehensive provider of subsidized child care and early childhood education. We are also a contracted provider of Universal Pre-K, 3-K, and After-school programs in 20 full-service centers serving children and families in the boroughs of Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Staten Island.