Title: Special Education Teacher - 2025 - 2026 School Year
Location: New York, NY 10016
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Based on education and experience Aaron is a private K-12 special education school whose mission is to serve students with learning disabilities in the areas of reading, writing, and math in addition to attention, sensory and social challenges. In a safe and supportive school climate, our goal is to maximize their potential in order for them to become confident, successful citizens of their community.
Why Join Us? - Salary- Based on education and experience.
- Weekday Schedule - Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
- Paid School Breaks & Time Off - Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
- Comprehensive Benefits - Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks - Benefit from a 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development - Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team - Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact - Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment
Your Role as a Special Education Teacher - Provide Classroom Support - Assist students with academic tasks, social interactions, adaption daily living skills, and emotional regulation to create a structured, supportive learning environment.
- Monitor & Track Student Progress - Observe student behavior, document notes, and collaborate with the team to adjust support strategies to help students meet their goals.
- Support Self-Help Skills - Assist students with toileting, feeding, and personal hygiene to foster independence and confidence in daily activities.
- Ensure a Safe Learning Environment - Intervene when necessary, using de-escalation techniques, and calming strategies.
- Collaborate with Teachers & Families - Work closely with educators, therapists, BCBAs, and parents to provide consistent, individualized support.
Required Qualifications: - Education- Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
- IEP Experience- Proven ability to create, implement, and manage Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Communication Skills- Strong ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and staff.
- Collaboration- Works well within a multidisciplinary team with a collaborative mindset.
- Passion for Special Education- Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to helping students with special needs succeed.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today.At Aaron School, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs.