Special Education Teacher

Develop a daily routine consistent with the needs of the children. Plan and carry out daily lesson plans to include individual and small/large group instruction to meet the goals and objectives in each child's IEP. Submit plans to Director for review on a weekly basis.

Provide and implement well planned daily activities that encompass using a multitude of learning opportunities in all centers of the classroom.

Evaluate student performance to determine educational needs. Participate in team meetings to make recommendations for development of IEP. Formulate, review, code and update IEP's addressing the following areas:
Cognitive, Speech/Language, Fine Motor, Gross Motor, Self Help, Socialization

Complete required paperwork in a timely manner (requested and annual educational reports, IEP's, quarterly progress updates.)

Review educational goals and objectives for children to ensure continuity in classroom activities.

Participate in team case conference meetings to review and update student intervention strategies.

Establish and maintain professional communication with parents (notebooks, phone, etc)

keeping them informed of their child's progress, activities, and needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

New York State Education Department certification in Special Education (Birth
-2)
Additional Requirements

Fingerprint Clearance ( Department of Education)

New York State Central Registry Clearance

Annual Medical Clearance