Special Education Teacher in Poughkeepsie, NY Job at ProCare Therapy, Poughkeepsie, NY

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  • ProCare Therapy
  • Poughkeepsie, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education, active Special Education Teacher license and minimum 1+ years Special Education Teacher experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

This full-semester contract opportunity offers a professional role as a Special Education Teacher in an elementary school setting located near Poughkeepsie, NY. The position is based in the New Windsor area, serving students placed through public school referrals into self-contained classrooms. These classrooms maintain small group sizes ranging from 6 to 12 students, each supported by one lead teacher and three additional classroom staff members. Student groupings are carefully determined based on individualized education program (IEP) needs and functional levels, with some students requiring personalized behavior plans.

There are two primary openings:

Kindergarten/Elementary Special Education Teacher

  • Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:30 AM 3:30 PM
  • Certifications Preferred: Early Childhood & K12
  • Focus: High demand for teachers in Grade 13 classrooms

Preschool Special Education Teacher (SFP Program)

  • Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
  • Certifications Preferred: Early Childhood & K12
  • Focus: High need for preschool special education expertise

Key Qualifications and Requirements:
Valid state teaching certification in Early Childhood or K12 special education
State clearances and background checks completion
Experience working with students with diverse special education needs and IEPs
Ability to implement individualized behavior plans when necessary
Strong communication and collaborative skills to work effectively with classroom staff and school administration

Responsibilities include delivering specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals, managing classroom environments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and maintaining accurate student records.

Benefits of this role include structured work hours within a supportive staffing environment tailored to promote student progress in a small class setting. The district is actively scheduling interviews and encourages prompt applications for immediate consideration.

If you hold the appropriate certifications and are passionate about fostering educational growth for students with special needs, we invite you to apply and contribute your expertise to this rewarding position.

Compensation for this position ranges from $24.25 to $48.25. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Job Tags

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