Employment Opportunities
at Alternatives for Children
Since 1988, Alternatives For Children has been a leader in providing educational programs and therapeutic pediatric services to infants and children with special needs and their typically developing peers from throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties.
As Alternatives For Children, with locations in Aquebogue, East Setauket, Dix Hills and Southampton continues to grow and expand our programs, we seek caring and compassionate individuals to join our dedicated team.
Full-Time and Part-Time positions are available.
We welcome you to explore our wide ranging employment opportunities. A fulfilling and rewarding career might be waiting for you!
Send Cover Letter and Resume to jobs@alternativesforchildren.org
Call Pamela DeMeo if you have questions or need more information
631-331-6400 x135
Alternatives For Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs)
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Part time |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
Monday to Friday 9:00 - 2:00 |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We currently have an opportunity for an individual with Receptionist/Secretary office experience to assist in our Dix Hills location. Must have excellent word processing, MS Office (Word and Excel) skills. Manage a high volume of incoming phone calls; ability to clearly and effectively communicate on the phone as well as attention to detail. Have superior interpersonal/customer service skills. Ability to multitask and focus on the tasks at hand. EXPERIENCE working in a school setting is preferred. |
| Qualifications: |
Minimum HS grad/GED. Receptionist/Office/Secretarial skills and field experience required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Proficient with MS Office Suite; Excel, Word. |
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| Job Type: |
Full time |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
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| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We currently have an excellent Full-Time opportunity for a Licensed School Psychologist to supervise our Psychology and Social Work Departments in our special education preschool program. Responsibilities include providing classroom support, student counseling, parent counseling and conducting CPSE Evaluations. The Supervisor will have a reduced caseload to provide time for supervision. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. Must be licensed, Ph.D/ PsyD and have Supervisory experience. Must have experience working with children with special needs and performing initial evaluations. Excellent benefit package and salary. This is a great opportunity to work in a positive, rewarding environment. |
| Qualifications: |
Must be licensed, Ph.D/ PsyD and have Supervisory experience. Must have experience working with children with special needs and performing initial evaluations. |
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| Job Type: |
Full time |
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| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We currently have a great opportunity for an Educational Technology Teacher with experience with Early Literacy, Smart Board and IPad to teach and train staff and pre-school special need students. Must be fluent with Smart Board technology and software, programming a range of student augmentative and alternative communication devices, iTouch, iPad and similar devices, PowerPoint, and instructional technology. Must possess experience in technology-based instruction, and fully versed in using tools and equipment associated with said instruction (systems, devices, computers, etc.) Provides instruction to classroom staff and other therapists on technology topics. Manages technology material and equipment and ensures that materials and equipment are available as necessary and are properly used. Develops, implements, and maintains technology curriculum consistent with the Creative Curriculum, which is aligned with the New York State P-12 Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS), and ensures continuity with the Common Core State Standards in ELA and Math. EXPERIENCE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS PRESCHOOL POPULATION A PLUS. |
| Qualifications: |
Educational Technology Specialist. NYS Certification B-Gr2 preferred; experience working in a classroom environment with special needs population strongly preferred |
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| Job Type: |
contract |
| Location: |
varied |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Early Intervention (EI), birth to 3 year old program Special Education teachers will assist in the screening, assessment, evaluation, identification and treatment of students presenting with developmental delays or disabilities; assist students in the development of cognitive, communication, social and emotional, adaptive, fine and gross motor skills, within home, school, and other community settings. Special Education teachers will collaborate with other disciplines in order to develop and address goals and objectives as required by each student's IFSP; This includes providing families with information, modeling, training and support to positively affect the development and maintenance of skills. In compliance with state and local requirements, each teacher will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and have experience with Early Intervention population. We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs) |
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| Job Type: |
contract |
| Location: |
varied |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Early Intervention (EI), birth to 3 year old program. Will evaluate, diagnose, treat, and recommend services for students experiencing delays with expressive and receptive language skills, cognition, swallowing, articulation/phonology, fluency and oral motor within home, school, and other community. Speech Pathologist will provide support to families, and collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs |
| Qualifications: |
Must be NYS licensed/certified and have experience with Early Intervention population. We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs) |
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| Job Type: |
contract |
| Location: |
varied |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Early Intervention (EI), birth to 3 year old program. Occupational Therapists will screen, identify, assess, evaluate, treat, and recommend services for students who exhibit a delay or disability in fine motor, sensory motor and/or adaptive functioning. Occupational therapists will promote optimal function and engagement in meaningful activities, remediate developmental disabilities, provide support to families, and collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP. Sessions will be within home, school, and other community settings. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs. |
| Qualifications: |
Must be NYS licensed/certified and have experience with Early Intervention population. We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs) |
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| Job Type: |
contract |
| Location: |
varied |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Early Intervention (EI), birth to 3 year old program. To provide physical therapy services to patients as written by the IFSP, including: Assessment, evaluation and development of therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional goals; To provide instruction in use of equipment; Assessment of the need for devices; Collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP. Sessions will be within home, school, and other community settings. Physical Therapists will instruct family members when appropriate to assist the student in reaching established goals. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs |
| Qualifications: |
Must be NYS licensed/certified and have experience with Early Intervention population. We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs) |
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***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS Dual Certified Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 Teacher - Early Childhood Regular Education Teachers - Teacher Assistants/1:1 Aides |
| Location: |
Suffolk County - Aquebogue - Dix Hills - East Setauket - Southampton |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Substitutes needed for all our locations. EXPERIENCE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS PRESCHOOL POPULATION PREFERRED. ABA training or experience a plus. Special Education/Early Childhood Teachers; Teacher Assistants; 1:1 Aides; paraprofessionals. |
| Qualifications: |
Special Education/Early Childhood Teachers must be NYS certified B - Gr 2. Teacher Assistants must have NYS TA certification. 1:1 Aides/paraprofessionals must have Minimum HS grad/College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
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| Job Type: |
***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS |
| Location: |
Aquebogue |
| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. Must be able to work Center-based and through Zoom/remote learning. |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Aquebogue |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday Part time |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We seek dedicated individuals to help our Special Education Teachers with a student with special needs on a 1:1 basis. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
Minimum HS grad/College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
Monday to Friday 9:00 - 2:00 |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We currently have an opportunity for an individual with Receptionist/Secretary office experience to assist in our Dix Hills location. Must have excellent word processing, MS Office (Word and Excel) skills. Manage a high volume of incoming phone calls; ability to clearly and effectively communicate on the phone as well as attention to detail. Have superior interpersonal/customer service skills. Ability to multitask and focus on the tasks at hand. EXPERIENCE working in a school setting is preferred. |
| Qualifications: |
Minimum HS grad/GED. Receptionist/Office/Secretarial skills and field experience required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Proficient with MS Office Suite; Excel, Word. |
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| Job Type: |
Full time |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 3:00 |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. Must be able to work Center-based and through Zoom/remote learning. |
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| Job Type: |
***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. Must be able to work Center-based and through Zoom/remote learning. |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We seek dedicated individuals to help our Special Education Teachers with a student with special needs on a 1:1 basis. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
Minimum HS grad/College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
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| Job Type: |
Full time |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We currently have an excellent Full-Time opportunity for a Licensed School Psychologist to supervise our Psychology and Social Work Departments in our special education preschool program. Responsibilities include providing classroom support, student counseling, parent counseling and conducting CPSE Evaluations. The Supervisor will have a reduced caseload to provide time for supervision. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. Must be licensed, Ph.D/ PsyD and have Supervisory experience. Must have experience working with children with special needs and performing initial evaluations. Excellent benefit package and salary. This is a great opportunity to work in a positive, rewarding environment. |
| Qualifications: |
Must be licensed, Ph.D/ PsyD and have Supervisory experience. Must have experience working with children with special needs and performing initial evaluations. |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday 8:15 - 3:00 |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Paraprofessional Teacher Aides support the teacher/teacher assistant in delivering the curriculum to meet the children's needs through individual or small group settings; assists with large group activities as per the teacher's directives. EXPERIENCE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS PRESCHOOL POPULATION A PLUS. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
Applicants must have HS Diploma/GED, College credits in Early Childhood a plus. Experience working in a classroom environment with special needs population strongly preferred |
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| Job Type: |
Full time |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday 8:30 - 3:00 |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Assist the special education teacher with development and implementation of lesson plans. Supervise students and provide learning support and guidance. Develop meaningful relationships with students. Must have strong communication skills, as you will be expected to interact with colleagues, parents, and students Understanding and attentive to student needs, and have a passion for the early education field. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. EXPERIENCE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS PRESCHOOL POPULATION A PLUS. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
Applicants must have HS Diploma/GED and NYS Teacher Assistant Certification; experience working in a classroom environment with special needs population strongly preferred |
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| Job Type: |
***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. Must be able to work Center-based and through Zoom/remote learning. |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We seek dedicated individuals to help our Special Education Teachers with a student with special needs on a 1:1 basis. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
Minimum HS grad/College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
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| Job Type: |
Full time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 2:30 |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We currently seek dedicated individuals to help our Special Education Teachers with implementation of classroom wide and individualized behavior management strategies/plans within the special education preschool classroom setting. In this exciting role, you will follow the lead from the teacher and intervene for consistency on behavioral strategies and tiered interventions being implemented. You will float in and out of each self-contained classroom, where needed, at the direction of the site coordinator. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have a HS Diploma/GED; experience with behavior management with special needs preschool children essential. Some college credits in Early Childhood Education is preferred, Teacher’s Assistant Certification a strong plus. Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) preferred. |
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| Job Type: |
Full time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday 8:30 - 3:00 |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Assist the special education teacher with development and implementation of lesson plans. Supervise students and provide learning support and guidance. Develop meaningful relationships with students. Must have strong communication skills, as you will be expected to interact with colleagues, parents, and students Understanding and attentive to student needs, and have a passion for the early education field. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. EXPERIENCE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS PRESCHOOL POPULATION A PLUS. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
Applicants must have HS Diploma/GED and NYS Teacher Assistant Certification; experience working in a classroom environment with special needs population strongly preferred |
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| Job Type: |
Full time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:00 |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. Must be able to work Center-based and through Zoom/remote learning. |
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| Job Type: |
Full time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:00 |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. Must be able to work Center-based and through Zoom/remote learning. |
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| Job Type: |
***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. Must be able to work Center-based and through Zoom/remote learning. |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday |
| Date Job Posted: |
May 2022 |
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We seek dedicated individuals to help our Special Education Teachers with a student with special needs on a 1:1 basis. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. You will be required to follow our Acceptable Face Covering, Physical Distancing, and other Health and Safety measures in accordance with our Reopening Plan. |
| Qualifications: |
Minimum HS grad/College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
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