Little Lukes is on a mission to build a bright future for every child by bringing extraordinary special education to children in need.
When you join Little Lukes youre joining a team that has an unstoppable drive to change the lives of families across Central New York. Were a team of thoughtful Special Education Teachers expert Speech Language Pathologists and experienced Physical and Occupational Therapists. Above all we are committed to helping each other succeed learn and growall while bringing care to families of children with special needs.
No matter what you are looking for in your next role were confident that you will find it at Little Lukes!
Setting and Location for Special Education Teacher Jobs
Schoolbased preschool at Little Lukes Preschool and Children Center. Choice of 4 locations in East Syracuse Baldwinsville Fulton or Oswego NY
About the Special Education Teacher Role
We are on the lookout for a Special Education Teacher to join our preschool team. In this role you will work with our phenomenal team of certified Lead Teachers Occupational Therapists Physical Therapists Speech Language Pathologists School Psychologist and Certified Teacher Assistants and to support the children in our care.
Provide exceptional care and instruction 80 time)
Support the development and education of preschool children with special needs ages 3 to 5 years inside the classroom and alongside the Lead Teacher. We are an Inclusion Preschool and Childcare Center. Children with special needs are taught in the same classroom as typically developing children.
Teaches basic academic behavior social interaction and living skills using behavior modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
Support the childs understanding of the curriculum and behavior needs through strong languagebased ononone interaction.
Classroom Culture 10 time)
Implement effective classroom management when needed. As an Inclusion Preschool and Childcare Center you will be working in the classroom alongside the Lead Teacher.
Help to create a positive engaging and structured learning environment where children are encouraged to be curious and excited to learn.
Help to set and reinforce classroom expectations and routines.
Planning and Data Analysis 10
Observe evaluate and prepare reports on progress for IEPs of the children.
Document your work including notes care plans and ongoing progress in our paperless electronic record system.
Prepares goals and instructional materials according to the goals established by the Individual Education Plan. Coordinate curriculum implementation with preschool team
Discuss the development of the IEP with parents administrators testing specialists social workers and others.
About You
You will thrive in the role of Special Education Teacher at Little Lukes if you have:
A passion for our mission to redefine special needs preschool for children and their families.
Expertise in delivering care for educational developmental and social emotional delays and a drive to learn and expand your skills
A warm engaging approach with a familycentered focus.
The drive to work hard to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of care for children with special needs.
Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to share feedback across teams in a collaborative and solutionoriented way.
A degree in Special Education with course work in early childhood.
An active NYS Special Education certification is a plus but not required. (If you do not have your certification yet we will help you get it!
Special Education Teacher Job Compensation and Benefits
Industryleading salaries
Company Paid
Free Life Insurance
Generous reimbursement program for CEUs
Student Loan forgiveness participation
Paperless technology (everyone gets an iPad!
Paid relocation stipend
Paid training
Paid time off holidays and break weeks
Companysponsored
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401K retirement plan
Employee childcare discount
Access to
Amazing teamoriented environment
Professional mentoring program
Work/Life Balance
MondayFriday (weekends off!
Day shifts only (no evenings!
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid summer break weeks
Next Steps for Special Education Teacher Job Application
Please reach out to Darci at apply@ or callfor a personal interview and to learn more about the location team and atmosphere with Little Lukes. We cant wait to meet you!
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