Special Education Teacher (Preschool)
Company: Hawthorne Foundation, Inc.
Location: Hawthorne
Posted on: February 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description NEW AND EXCITING NEWS! Hawthorne
Foundation Inc. has implemented a generous SIGN-ON BONUS of $1500
for new full-time employees $750– on completion of 3 months of
employment $750 -on completion of 6 months of employment SPECIAL
EDUCATION TEACHER Qualifications: Baccalaureate Degree New York
State Teaching Certificate-Special Education Willingness to
complete Personalized System of Instruction (PSI) training modules
in a timely manner. Three tiered training modules include knowledge
of the terminology of the science of Applied Behavior Analysis,
fast and accurate presentation and consecution of instruction
(learn units), and analysis of individual student data. Ability and
willingness to train and supervise teacher aides in appropriate
presentation of instruction and consecution of student behavior.
Ability to model appropriate classroom behavior. Sensitivity to the
communication, academic, and social needs of students with
developmental disabilities at all levels of independence.
Accountability Accountable to Program Coordinator/Senior Behavior
Analyst and the Behavior Analyst Supervisor and indirectly
accountable to the Executive Director. Responsibilities Programming
Conducts individualized criterion-referenced inventories of
behavior repertoires (assessments) for all students on an annual
basis. Presents individualized instruction to all students with a
minimum per student and measures, graphs, and analyzes all
students’ progress on all IEP objectives daily. Analyzes student
progress on a daily or moment-to-moment basis and works closely
with Behavior Analyst Supervisors to design phase and change and
note objectives for each individual student. Work with the Behavior
Analyst Supervisor on the development of curricula and behavior
procedures to be followed in the classrooms. Supervision Supervises
and guides teacher aids in the application of behavioral techniques
Ensures that programs are followed and data recorded appropriately
Models appropriate classroom behavior for all classroom staff.
Evaluation Assess students’ abilities according to their
performance on criterion-referenced assessments, authentic
assessments, and instructional objectives. Constructs ongoing
analysis of problems and progress in IEP programs. Reviews
communication, academic, and social progress of students at CSE
meetings, and annual and semi-annual interdisciplinary team
meetings. Maintain an up-to-date account of students’ educational
progress (IEP updates and student progress reports) and analyze
program data daily. Completes IEP Packets for all students for NY
State requirements Cooperatively reviews all class grouping lists
and evaluates requests for reassignments with Behavior Analyst
Supervisors, specialists, and teachers of students involved. Fiscal
Planning Makes use of educational materials available, recommends
to the Behavior Analysts Supervisors additional materials that
should be obtained (with permission from the Director of
Education), and purchases additional curricular supplies as needed.
Reports to Behavior Analyst Supervisors on the conditions of
classroom equipment and the physical environment (writes work
orders for repairs) and ensures that classrooms are kept clean and
in good condition. Additional Responsibilities Participates in the
preparation of community-oriented programs. Maintains daily
attendance records. Completes data summaries Participates in
professional staff meetings, behavior analysis courses (when
offered), and the Personalized System of Instructions (PSI)
training modules provided as part of ongoing, in service training.
Maintains communication with families/agencies regarding students’
programs. Completes summaries of student’s progress four times a
year. Participates in pre-placement screening and evaluations of
prospective students. Ensures compliance with all New York State
Education Department regulations. Attends professional conferences
and in-service training sessions as scheduled during the year.
Communicate with Behavior Analysis Supervisors in a timely manner
whenever behavioral, instructional, or health and safety problems
arise. Maintains up-to-date scripted curricula and communicates to
other classroom staff regarding changes in students’ programs.
Arrives at work on time every day. Protect the health, safety, and
welfare of all students at all times, and adequately supervise or
arrange for adequate supervision of students at all times
(including break times). Assumes their responsibilities as
assigned. 8. Physical Responsibilities · Sitting, standing,
bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during work hours ·
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the
position · Must possess sight and hearing senses or use prosthetics
that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the
requirements of the position can be fully met · Must function
independently, have personal integrity, be flexible, and be able to
work effectively with other personnel · Must be in good general
health and demonstrate emotional stability *MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION
BENEFITS *RETIREMENT PLAN* EDUCATION INCENTIVES*LIFE
INSURANCE/AD&D*403B PLANS *PAID VACATION, HOLIDAY & SICK TIME
FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES. ZR Company Description We are a dynamic and
diverse group making a difference in the lives of people with
autism and other developmental disabilities. We seek team members
that are passionate and committed to service. We offer ongoing
training to our employees in order to provide opportunities for
growth. Please take a look at our career opportunities, whether you
are looking for the next step in your career, or are just starting
out. Company Description We are a dynamic and diverse group making
a difference in the lives of people with autism and other
developmental disabilities. We seek team members that are
passionate and committed to service. We offer ongoing training to
our employees in order to provide opportunities for growth. Please
take a look at our career opportunities, whether you are looking
for the next step in your career, or are just starting out.
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