Special Education Teacher at Astor Services

City of Beacon, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Aug, 26

Salary

24.75

Posted On

19 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Student Assessment, Play-based Learning, Early Childhood Education, Creative Curriculum, Team Leadership, Child Development, Parent Communication, Special Education

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Astor Services is hiring Preschool Teachers today! Enjoy working Monday through Friday from 8-3pm. Head Start is a federally funded preschool program delivering services to 3 and 4-year old children and their families in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being. The Teacher will be responsible for the delivery of educational services to children in a classroom setting in a lead role. The teacher will utilize the Creative Curriculum, a play-based Curriculum, to provide a safe, engaging and nurturing classroom for three and four-year-olds. The teacher will be responsible for implementing high quality lesson plans, ongoing assessments, and will participate in home visits to provide families with feedback on their child’s development. We are seeking a positive, professional and caring teacher to join our team! Job Responsibilities: Creates a well-organized learning environment for children that conveys a welcoming, trusting, and safe environment. Understands and incorporates the principles of play-based learning. Demonstrates effective classroom management, including responsibility for supervision of all children. Completes effective lesson plans with clear objectives and aligns with the curriculum. Completes initial screenings of each students’ capabilities upon entering the classroom. Documents ongoing observations and assessments through the Creative Curriculum assessment tool and provide feedback to families via home visits and parent teacher conferences Incorporates a variety or experiences in the classroom to individualize and foster the children’s emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and self-help skill development. Able to work as a team member and manage classroom staff (teaching assistants and one-to-one aides) to implement routine and structure in the classroom. Follows safety and health practices in the daily operation of duties to maintain a safe learning environment. What we provide: Offers four personal days. Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff. Enjoy time off per the School Calendar. Sick time is provided. Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance. Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution. Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need. Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment. Room for growth and advancement within the organization. Ongoing professional development at no cost to the staff. Join Astor Services – Apply Now! Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team. Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive. Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories! Requirements You must have: · Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood withy a Masters degree preferred. · NYS certification children with disabilities Birth-2nd grade required. You should have: · Experience with the population served is preferred.

Responsibilities

The teacher will lead a preschool classroom using the Creative Curriculum to provide a safe and nurturing environment for 3 and 4-year-olds. Responsibilities include implementing lesson plans, conducting student assessments, and collaborating with families through home visits.