Special Education Teacher; Long

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.

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.

• 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

• 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

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

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

The pay range for this role is:

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