Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

This position requires you to work with individuals on the Autism Spectrum between the ages of 5-22 years old

Salary Range is $65,000 - $90,000 annually - Commensurate with level of certification, education, experience and ABA credentials (if applicable).

Location of position is in Whitestone, NY

NEW GRADUATES AND EARLY-CAREER EDUCATORS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

QSAC welcomes candidates beginning their careers in Special Education, including recent graduates and educators holding an eligible NYS Internship Certificate. Extensive training, classroom support, and professional development are provided to help you grow as a Special Education Teacher.

Job Summary

QSAC Special Education Teachers require NY State certification (Students with Disabilities/1-6, 7-12). Teaching responsibilities include implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEP), classroom management, participation in annual meetings, and completion of required reports. Extensive training and support are provided with opportunities for professional growth and development. 

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct formal and informal assessments of educational programs and behavior interventions.
• Implement and adhere to IFSP/IEP/Student Program.
• Prepare for and attend all pertinent pre IEP and IEP conferences
• Administer curriculum-based and standardized assessments
• Differentiate learning based on the needs of individual students and IEP goals
• When required, implement behavior management plans and relevant data collection procedures. Supervise Teaching Assistants/Aides in the implementation of educational programs and behavior intervention plans
• Ensure health, safety & welfare of QSAC students
• Meet with parents to provide overview of student progress

Work Experience & Qualifications

• NYS Certified Special Education Teacher (Internship Certificate a minimum)
• Experience with ASD and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies preferred

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

Benefits

QSAC offers some of the best benefits which go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff) 
• Medical can be as low as $1 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) 
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Discretionary Match (for FT staff)
• Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

QSAC is Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) 

Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.

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To apply: Please send resume to View email address on us.fitly.work