Certified Special Education Teacher (SETSS) – Yiddish Speaking – Brooklyn, NY – Full-Time School Day

Certified Special Education Teacher (SETSS) – Yiddish Speaking – Brooklyn, NY – Full-Time School Day

Overview/Impact

Are you a dedicated Special Education Teacher eager to create a meaningful impact on students' academic growth in Brooklyn? Knowledge Road is hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher (SETSS) to join our team and offer vital support to students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools. With a significant shortage across the city of qualified special education professionals, your expertise is in high demand to ensure students receive the individualized instruction they deserve. This is an opportunity to engage directly with students who require specialized academic support, helping them in reaching their educational objectives through strategic intervention and evidence-based instruction.

As a SETSS provider with Knowledge Road, you will deliver individualized and small-group instruction in school settings, collaborating closely with families and school teams to support student advancement and academic growth.

Responsibilities

As a Special Education Teacher (SETSS) with Knowledge Road, you will:

• Offer high-quality, individualized, and small-group instruction to students with disabilities, according to their Individualized Education Service Programs (IESP).

• Ensure completion of each student's weekly IESP requirements and maintain an intervention schedule aligned to the school timetable.

• Prepare and submit quarterly progress reports and maintain bi-weekly family communication with clear updates on progress and next steps.

• Document service delivery and student performance in Knowledge Road's system with accurate, timely documentation.

• Create and implement engaging and effective lesson plans that address the specific academic, social, and emotional needs of each student.

• Collaboratively work with parents, teachers, and other school staff to build a supportive and inclusive learning environment for your students.

• Track and evaluate student progress, providing ongoing updates to families and school based teams.

• Engage in IESP meetings as needed, contributing valuable insights and recommendations to promote student success.

Qualifications

• NYS Students with Disabilities (B-2, 1-6, 7-12, or All Grades) or NYS Literacy Specialist.

• At least 2 years of relevant experience.

• Must not have been employed by NYC DOE within the last 12 months.

• Experience teaching Math and ELA.

• Reliable transportation.

• NYC DOE fingerprinting status/approval is required, or a readiness to obtain them before starting.

Current Openings

The following are some of our current openings. We do have additional cases available across Brooklyn, and we are currently hiring for all positions:

Brooklyn, NY 11223

Schedule & Location

This is a full-time, school-day position with a schedule that aligns with the NYC DOE calendar. Services will be provided on-site at a school in Brooklyn, with assignments determined by student requirements. Hours/week are driven by IESP mandates; caseload can fluctuate by assignment. Typically ~20-30 hours/week, depending on placements, with additional cases and hours available when you coordinate with our recruitment team.

Compensation

$60 - $100 per hour (1099). Rate varies by group size and assignment. Individual IESP sessions generally start at $60/hr.

Why Join Knowledge Road?

At Knowledge Road, you will benefit from:

• 1099 contractor role with fast, reliable payments

• Efficient admin and documentation workflows

• Supportive team with DOE compliance and scheduling help

• Collaborative network of NYC school-based providers

EEO Statement

Knowledge Road is an equal opportunity employer and is passionate to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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