Job description

Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT)

Early Childhood Associates is seeking New York State certified special education teachers to provide SEIT services to children ages 3 - 5 at preschools in Manhattan and the Bronx. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits, professional development opportunities, and flexible schedules where teachers select cases based on availability and location.

As of January 2023, we have cases needing immediate assignment at well-regarded Pre-Ks in the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Morningside Heights, Midtown East, the West Village, Tribeca, and the Bronx. The cases range from 2-hours to 20-hours per week and our reimbursement rate is $70 per hour.

We are looking for SEITs who can commit at least 10-hours a week and who have not been directly employed by the DOE in the past 2 years.

Responsibilities:

• Work 1 to 1 with children, ages 3-5 years, with developmental delays
• Travel to children's daycare, preschool, or home to provide instruction and support
• Collaborate with the family and a multi-disciplinary team to develop goals and outcomes for children
• Work with family members as needed on different intervention strategies to facilitate active involvement at home
• Maintain proper documentation to comply with state and city regulations
• Conduct necessary evaluations and write comprehensive reports as required by NYC DOE and NYSED
• Serve as the Coordinator of Services for each child, as mandated by the NYC DOE

Requirements:

• Valid NYS Teacher Certification: Student with Disabilities, Birth - Grade 2, OR
• Certified Special Education Teacher (Permanent)
• Available to take on a case or cases totaling at least 10-hours per week
• Not directly employed by the New York City Department of Education in the past 2 years

Benefits:

• Flexible schedules. Enjoy work-life balance!
• Highly competitive fee-for-service compensation
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement in leadership roles within the department

Founded in 2000, Early Childhood Associates has an outstanding reputation for providing high quality educational and therapeutic services to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our experienced clinicians promote children’s cognitive, social, emotional, language, and physical growth through rich, purposeful learning opportunities that enhance children’s competencies so that they can reach their full potential. We create welcoming environments that recognize and value the unique qualities of each child and encourage their participation in everyday activities while supporting and respecting the central role that a family plays in the planning and implementation of early childhood services.

Early Childhood Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Certified SWD (B-2) or Special Education Teacher (Permanent) (Required)

Work Location: In person

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