Family of Kidz · 2 months ago
Reading Specialist
Nassau County , NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$55/hr - $60/hr
1+ years expFamily of Kidz is dedicated to helping children with special needs from birth to adulthood. The Reading Specialist will work with students to provide individualized lessons targeting IEP goals, develop engaging multi-sensory lessons, and maintain communication with supervisors and the school team.
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Responsibilities
Work with students in the home, community and/ or School setting to provide individualized lessons which target Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals
Develop creative and multi-sensory lessons based on IEP goals to engage and captivate learners with various abilities
Collect meaningful data on IEP goals and report quarterly on child’s progress with IEP goals
Ongoing communication with lead supervisors and school team
Maintain accurate attendance and submit electronic billing on a daily basis
Knowledge of discrete trial instruction, natural environment teaching, and incidental teaching is a plus
Attend professional development trainings to maintain best practice approach and continue personal development
Maintain professionalism with parents, teachers, and other professionals
Attend CSE meetings
Qualification
Required
NYS Teachers certification and/or Students with Disabilities certification (Certification must be 1-6, All grades or Permanent)
Must be CERTIFIED in Wilson Reading and/or Orton Gillingham
Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families preferred
Passionate about working with children and their families
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals
Self-starter and independent problem solver
Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
Must be a team-player
Preferred
Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families preferred
Bilingual is a plus
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Legal and Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Program
Professional Development Assistance
Full-Time Opportunities Available
Team Building events
Incentive Program
Company
Family of Kidz
Family of Kidz provides therapeutic, educational, speech, physical, and occupational services for children and adolescents.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Leonard Caltabiano
Chief Executive Officer
Keith Myers
Chief Operating Officer
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