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Special Education Teacher - All Grades or 7-12 (Home-Based) | Elwood, NY | DAYTIME | 2026–2027 School Year | 1099 Independent Contractor
Blue Sea Educational Consulting is seeking a New York State Certified Special Education Teacher for a position in Elwood, NY, during the 2026–2027 school year.
We are looking for a dedicated educator who enjoys providing individualized instruction and collaborating with families and school teams to support student success.
While this posting is for one position in Kings Park, there may also be opportunities to take on additional cases with our partner school districts throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties based on your availability and interest.
Why Join Blue Sea?
- Opportunity to expand your caseload with additional placements throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties
- Competitive compensation
- Independent Contractor (1099) opportunity
- FREE CTLE hours
- Supportive and responsive administrative team
- Paperless documentation and ongoing support
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized special education instruction in a home-based setting
- Implement IEP goals and tailor instruction to meet the student’s individual needs
- Use appropriate communication and behavioral-support strategies
- Monitor student progress and maintain required documentation
- Foster a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment
- Communicate effectively with the student’s family, school team, related service providers, and district personnel
Requirements
- Active New York State Students with Disabilities certification in All Grades or Grades 7–12 required
- Daytime availability required
- Experience working with school-aged students preferred
- Daytime availability preferred
- Reliable transportation to Elwood
- Fingerprinting and credential clearance required
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous home-based or school-based teaching experience
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Ability to manage documentation and IEP-related responsibilities
If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact while maintaining the flexibility to build a larger caseload through additional placements, we’d love to hear from you!
Learn more about us:
blueseaeducation.com
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- What grades are you certified in NYS to teach Special Education? NYS Special Ed Certification is required for this role.
- Are you available during the School Day (7am-2pm) or afterschool?
Ability to Commute:
- Elwood, NY 11731 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $50