Job Application - Capital District Beginnings Inc

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Preschool Special Education Teacher - UPK (Integrated)

Capital District Beginnings is an educational agency providing services for pre-school children with special needs in the Capital District. Our philosophy is to teach children with disabilities in their natural learning environment. Beginnings is currently seeking a full-time (37.50 hours per week) Special Education Classroom teacher in Rensselaer, NY to join our growing community of professionals. This position starts as soon as possible.

As a Special Education Classroom Teacher, you will work closely with Beginnings therapists and the Early Childhood Teacher in a pre-school setting within one of our programs. In this position the Special Education Teacher will develop and implement the IEP, as well as coordinate team/collaboration meetings, participate in professional development and supervise classroom support staff.

·       This position offers the following benefits:

  • Access to Beginnings health, dental and vision insurance
  • Agency paid benefits including group life insurance, short term and long-term disability
  • Eligibility to participate in Beginnings 401k retirement plan
  • Paid school breaks and holidays (6-week summer program option)
  • Opportunity to participate in Agency organized professional development and transdisciplinary teams
  • Mentoring, professional development days and PD/tuition reimbursement offered

New teachers or bachelor’s degree candidates who have the ability to participate in a pathway to obtain appropriate certification are welcome.

Requirements:

·       Special Education B-2 NYS Certification OR (ability to participate in a pathway to obtain certification)

·       Successful completion of day care clearance requirements upon offer

The interview process will begin immediately. Please submit your resume in response to the attached ad and complete the application at: