What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher (Therapeutic Preschool - Buffalo; Birth-2) position at Gateway Longview?
Job Title: Special Education Teacher Department: Therapeutic Preschool
Department
Gateway Longview’s Education programs support Pre-K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges.
Agency
Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 403b with employer matching and health savings accounts; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs
Compensation
$47,256 - $60,879 (yearly)
Full-Time, normal school hours
Professional Development Opportunities
Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.
Primary Responsibilities
Department
Gateway Longview’s Education programs support Pre-K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges.
Agency
Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 403b with employer matching and health savings accounts; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs
Compensation
$47,256 - $60,879 (yearly)
- Offers based on education and years of relevant experience
Full-Time, normal school hours
Professional Development Opportunities
Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.
Primary Responsibilities
- Safely and effectively managing a 6:1:1 specialized classroom
- Engage students in activities that are interesting, meaningful and individualized to reflect each student's developmental level
- Effectively incorporating support staff into the classroom program
- Develop Individualized Education Plans ("IEPs") in accordance with current New York State Education and Gateway practice, procedures and policies
- Fulfill other duties as assigned
- New York State Certification in Early Childhood Education (B-2) and as a condition of future employment must be working toward, or be willing to pursue, appropriate Special Education certification in appropriate grade levels
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, compassion, patience, and active listening
- Ability to effectively work with individuals from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds, beliefs, customs, and lifestyles
- Ability to physically restrain if required
- New York State Certification in Special Education (B-2)
Salary : $47,256 - $60,879