Special Education Teacher

<h2><strong>Special Education Preschool Teacher</strong></h2> <p>TES Staffing is proud to partner with a mission-driven independent school in Rochester that joyfully celebrates children with special healthcare needs. We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled <strong>Special Education Preschool Teachers</strong> to join their team.</p> <hr /> <h2><strong>Position Details</strong></h2> <ul> <li><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday – Friday <ul> <li>7:45 AM – 4:30 PM <strong>or</strong> 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Direct Hire</li> <li><strong>Salary:</strong> $54,000 – $70,000 <ul> <li>Higher compensation considered for candidates with experience working with medically fragile students and strong classroom experience</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <hr /> <h2><strong>Benefits</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Generous Paid Time Off: <ul> <li>25 paid holidays</li> <li>4 weeks PTO</li> <li>Paid breaks: Christmas–New Year’s &amp; Fourth of July week</li> <li>Sick time included</li> </ul> </li> <li>90% employer-paid medical insurance (including dental &amp; vision)</li> <li>401(k) with: <ul> <li>Immediate contributions</li> <li>5% employer match after one year</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <hr /> <h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Deliver specialized developmental services and inclusive educational programming</li> <li>Provide family support services</li> <li>Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including: <ul> <li>Pediatric nurses</li> <li>Early Intervention therapists</li> <li>Preschool therapists</li> </ul> </li> <li>Implement high-quality programming for children in pediatric day-respite services</li> <li>Work within a <strong>co-teaching model</strong></li> <li>Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations</li> <li>Supervise and support teacher aides (TAs) and classroom volunteers</li> <li>Develop and implement programs aligned with each child’s individual goals</li> <li>Foster an environment rooted in inclusion, empowerment, and compassion</li> </ul> <hr /> <h2><strong>Qualifications</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Passionate, creative, and nurturing educator</li> <li>Strong classroom management and team collaboration skills</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication abilities</li> <li>High emotional intelligence and adaptability</li> <li>Commitment to a family-centered, team-based approach</li> </ul> <hr /> <h2><strong>Education &amp; Experience</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree required</li> <li>Master’s degree and <strong>New York State Special Education certification</strong> preferred</li> <li>Minimum of 3 years classroom management experience preferred</li> <li>Experience working with children from birth to school-age</li> <li>Ability to: <ul> <li>Develop inclusive, engaging learning activities</li> <li>Create lesson plans for diverse learning and communication styles</li> </ul> </li> <li>Minimum of: <ul> <li>12 credits in early childhood education, special education, or related field<br /> <strong>OR</strong></li> <li>2 years of equivalent experience teaching or supervising children with developmental or healthcare needs</li> </ul> </li> <li>Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth</li> </ul>