Special Education Teacher (Birth–Grade 2 Certified) Big Minds, Tiny Hands
Canarsie, Brooklyn, NY
Help Shape a Child's Future
Big Minds, Tiny Hands is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our growing Early Intervention team. If you're passionate about helping infants and toddlers reach developmental milestones while working alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team, we'd love to meet you.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while building a rewarding career with a growing organization.
Why Join Big Minds, Tiny Hands?
We believe that when we invest in our employees, they can provide the highest quality care to the children and families we serve.
Our Benefits Include:
- Competitive salaried position
- Monday–Friday schedule
- 40-hour work week
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 10 Paid Vacation Days (after 90 days)
- 5 Paid Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Snow Days & Emergency Center Closures
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity for career growth within a rapidly expanding Early Intervention program
Responsibilities
- Provide Special Instruction services to children from birth through age three.
- Develop and implement individualized learning activities based on each child's IFSP goals.
- Use developmentally appropriate, play-based teaching strategies to support communication, cognitive, social-emotional, adaptive, and motor development.
- Collaborate with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Social Workers, Psychologists, and families to support each child's progress.
- Educate and coach parents and caregivers on strategies to reinforce developmental goals at home.
- Complete session notes, progress reports, and all required documentation in a timely manner.
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development.
- Maintain compliance with New York State Early Intervention regulations and agency policies.
Qualifications
Required
- New York State Students with Disabilities (Birth–Grade 2) Certification
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for working with young children and their families
Preferred
- Experience in Early Intervention, preschool special education, or early childhood education
- Knowledge of child development and evidence-based instructional practices
Become Part of Our Team
At Big Minds, Tiny Hands, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and compassion. We are committed to supporting our employees while making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families throughout our community.
Apply today and help us build brighter futures—one child at a time.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Private school
- School
- Special education school
License/Certification:
- Special Education Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person