Optimal Care Services is looking for full time and part time Special Education Itinerant Teachers that are looking for a compassionate special education teacher with experience teaching students with special needs. The ideal candidate will be patient, innovative, and organized. Provide educational services for preschool children ages 3 to 5 years old in Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island.

A sign on bonus will be offered to all new teachers.

To be successful as a special education teacher you should be committed to helping students, offering support to overcome practical obstacles to their learning.

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Facilitating lessons in a manner that will be effective despite a student's disability.
• Providing support for students both academically and personally where necessary.
• Respecting students and treating them with dignity in the learning environment.
• Preparing lessons in advance with the needs of learners in mind.
• Designing activities to achieve the learning goals of the students.

Special Education Teacher Requirements:

• A Master's degree in education.
• New York State certification in Early Childhood Special Education (Birth to Grade 2).
• Previous experience working with students with special needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of teaching practices for students with special needs.
• Specialization in Special Education would be advantageous..