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Special Education Teacher (SETSS) - During School or After School – Part-Time/Full-Time

Overview/Impact:

Are you a dedicated Special Education Teacher eager to create a significant impact on students' academic achievement in the New York area? Knowledge Road is seeking a part-time Special Education Teacher (SETSS) to join our team and deliver critical support to students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools. With a major city-wide shortage of qualified special education professionals, your expertise is critically needed to ensure students receive the personalized instruction they require. This provides the chance to engage directly with students who need specialized academic assistance, helping them reach their educational goals through focused intervention and evidence-based instruction.

As a SETSS provider with Knowledge Road, you'll deliver individualized and small-group instruction in school settings, collaborating closely with families and school teams to promote student progress and academic achievement.

Responsibilities:

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

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

• Ensure fulfillment of each student's weekly IESP mandates and maintain an intervention schedule coordinated with the school timetable.

• Develop and submit quarterly progress reports and maintain regular family communication with updates on progress and next steps.

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

• Create and implement engaging and effective lesson plans that meet the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of each individual student.

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

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

• Attend IESP meetings as required, providing professional insights and recommendations to support

Qualifications

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

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

• Must not have been employed by NYC DOE in the past 12 months.

• Dependable transportation.

• NYC DOE fingerprinting clearance required, or willingness to obtain prior to start.

Current Openings

We are currently seeking candidates for part-time SETSS positions in New York area (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx and Staten Island).

Schedule & Location:

This is a full time/ part-time position with a flexible schedule during school day hours or after school, aligned with the NYC DOE calendar. Services will be provided on-site at a school in New York area or at the child's home, with assignments based on student needs. Hours/week are based on IESP mandates; caseload may vary by assignment. Depending on placements, with additional cases and hours available when coordinating with our recruitment team.

Compensation:

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

Why Join Knowledge Road?

At Knowledge Road, you will benefit from:

• 1099 contractor position with prompt, dependable payments

• Efficient administrative and documentation processes

• Helpful team providing DOE compliance and scheduling assistance

• Professional community of NYC school-based practitioners

EEO Statement

Knowledge Road is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.