Why Join ADAPT?

It is more than a job; it's a calling. It is where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC (New York City) provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With care and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

SUMMARY

Under general direction, is responsible for conducting educational classes for special education pre-school and school age students Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) in accordance with the needs of the students and in accordance with the regulations and requirements of the applicable governmental and other regulatory agencies. Acts as team leader of each student’s team. The Teacher is responsible for supervising Teacher Assistants assigned to his/her team (class) orient; responsibly directs; and commends Teacher Assistants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Teacher will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plans and conducts classes/activities adapted to needs of students in collaboration with other teachers and TA’s
• Assesses and prepares IEP’s. Implements and evaluates short and long-term goals and objectives.
• Participates in activities pertaining to student transitioning to kindergarten, attends turning five meetings.
• Participates in Annual review meetings with Committee on Preschool Special Education administrators (CPSE).
• Provides educational assessment and evaluation on students annually in all educational domains using DAYC-2 (Developmental Assessment of Young Children 2) HELP (Hawaii Early Learning Profile), and informal teacher observations
• Prepares and adapts all individual and group lesson plans and materials, equipment and furniture arrangement and necessary modifications of environment utilizing Creative Curriculum and Al’s Pals social emotional learning curriculum
• Maintains records of daily attendance and progress. Write quarterly reports, annual reports and other data as requested. (See above)
• Ensures that services are rendered to students with utmost regard for their personal dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Participates in activities outside classroom where necessary i.e., trips, pool (only BK SITE), gym, and community walks.
• Serves and participates as a member at interdisciplinary team meetings, Annual Reviews, parent meetings, Special Review Committee meetings, In-Services, etc. as required.
• Orients, trains, delegates, supervises work of TA’s
• Obtains approval of class equipment and materials when necessary

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE - Minimal Qualifications and Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Special Education
• New York State Certification in Special Education Early Childhood (Birth-2nd grade)
• New York State Certification in Early Childhood Education or N-6 (for Day Care and UPK Teachers)
• Meet all additional NY State Certification requirements
• Must be available 8am-3pm Monday-Friday, year round
• COVID-19 vaccine required

Salary: $68,652 annually

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.