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Gersh Autism

Special Education Teacher (Long Island City) $3,500 Sign On Bonus

Gersh Autism, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Special Education Teacher (Long Island City) $3,500 Sign On Bonus For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential. Serving individuals aged 5-21 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our network of K‑12 schools provides personalized education tailored to each student’s unique learning style. We offer comprehensive therapeutic services—speech, physical, occupational therapy, and more—along with vocational training for older students. Our dedicated team collaborates with families to ensure academic, social, and emotional growth, preparing students for success beyond the classroom. At Gersh Autism, we are committed to helping individuals on the autism spectrum lead fulfilling, independent lives.

Academy for Young Minds (AYM, powered by Gersh) AYM is seeking an experienced

Special Education Teacher

to join our team and teach in one of our brand new, state‑of‑the‑art classrooms in

Long Island City, NY . Classroom ratios are 8:1:2. This is a full‑time, 12‑month position.

Responsibilities

Manage classroom of 8 students with IEPs

Review IEP goals with all staff

Provide appropriate and individualized instruction to all students

Supervise Teaching Assistants and Aides

Collect data on students’ progress

Assess students’ progress to ensure continued instruction

Lead team meetings for classroom staff

Communicate with parents regularly – phone, meetings, newsletters

Use the Central Reach parent portal

Set a tone of professionalism in the classroom while adhering to the mission, vision, and philosophy of AYM.

Prepare and clean up the classroom each day

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field

(Master’s degree preferred)

Must have a valid NY Teaching Certification.

Student with Disabilities certification (Elementary or All Grades) preferred.

Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, with a focus on special education and working with students on the autism spectrum

Strong knowledge of evidence-based instructional strategies for students on the autism spectrum

Familiarity with the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and how to integrate them into the classroom setting

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of professionals

Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with research and best practices in the field

Schedule

8AM-3:30PM (and once a week until 4PM for a team meeting)

Benefits for Full Time Employees Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth.

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Salary range based on education, certifications and experience The pay range for this role is:

62,400 - 93,000 USD per year (Queens LIC)

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