Special Education Teacher (Preschool)

Company: QSAC, Inc.
Location: Great Neck
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description "Urgently Hiring Looking to fill as soon as possible” This position requires you to work with children ages 2-4 years old on the Autism Spectrum Annual salary Range is $65,000 - $90,000 Commensurate with level of certification, education, experience and ABA credentials (if applicable). Location of position is in Douglaston, NY Job Summary QSAC Special Education Teachers require NY State certification (Students with Disabilities / B-2). Teaching responsibilities include implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEP), classroom management, participation in annual meetings, and completion of required reports. Extensive training and support are provided with opportunities for professional growth and development. Responsibilities Conduct formal and informal assessments of educational programs and behavior interventions. Participate in the training of related service providers. Supervise Teaching Assistants/Aides and participate in the implementation of educational programs and behavior interventions. Monitor Teacher’s Assistants/ Aides to ensure consistency of instruction, and ongoing training needs. Train Teacher’s Assistants/Aides how to use the instructional approach and/or program that they are expected to implement. This may include modeling the specific strategies that will be used and providing feedback on the procedures implemented. Provide specific feedback to Teacher’s Assistants/Aides on the latter’s use of the strategies that have been modeled for him or her. Implement and adhere to IFSP/IEP/Student Program. Prepare for and attend all pertinent pre IEP and IEP conferences. Administer curriculum-based and standardized assessments. Differentiate learning based on the needs of individual students and IEP goals. Apply data collection and behavior management interventions and reinforcement procedures in accordance with each child’s behavior management plan and program policy. Meet with parents to discuss student progress. Attend and participate in staff meetings and staff development/in-services if requested. Ensure completion of program/student documentation. Complete and maintain training requirements. Complete required program documentation/certifications (e.g. Employee Medicals, PPD, CPR, etc. as required). Qualifications & Work Experience NYS Certified Special Education Teacher (Internship Certificate a minimum) 3 letters of recommendation required upon hire Experience with ASD and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies preferred Mission QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Benefits QSAC offers some of the best benefits which go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. Competitive salary Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff) Medical can be as low as $10 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff) Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff) Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff) Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits 403(b) Retirement with Employer Discretionary Match (for FT staff) Opportunities for career advancement Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. QSAC is Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC. QSAC12 To apply: please send resume to jobs@qsac.com

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