Special Education Teacher at an ABA Preschool

Applied Behavior Analysis School- Autism Focused Special Education Teacher – Preschool (Ages 2–5)Full-Time | $55,000–$60,000/year for certified teachers | Paid Training | Comprehensive BenefitsDo you love celebrating first words, first friendships, and those magical “I did it!” moments? Do you enjoy helping little learners discover the world around them?If so, you might be a perfect fit for the team at Crossroads Center for Children.Every day at Crossroads, our teachers help young children build the communication, social, play, self-help, and early learning skills that set the foundation for lifelong success. In this role, you’ll work with incredible preschoolers, collaborate with a supportive team, and help students grow in confidence and independence.About CrossroadsCrossroads Center for Children, located in Princetown, NY (Near Rotterdam) provides specialized education for students ages 2–10. Our preschool program serves young learners ages 2–5 in semi-integrated specialized classrooms designed to support children with autism and similar developmental needs.Our programs use principles from Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), an evidence-based approach that focuses on teaching meaningful skills, encouraging positive behaviors, and helping children develop functional communication.Our classrooms are highly collaborative environments where teachers work alongside:Teaching AssistantsBehavior AnalystsSpeech & Language PathologistsOccupational TherapistsPhysical TherapistsYou’ll have a full team supporting you and your students every step of the way.Our MissionTo prepare individuals with and without developmental disabilities for life success within their family and community.Our VisionEvery student we serve will achieve a full and productive life.Our PhilosophyCrossroads utilizes interventions from ABA, a field grounded in the scientific study of learning and behavior.What Your Days Will Look LikeAs a Preschool Special Education Teacher, you’ll lead a classroom focused on early learning through structured teaching, play, and social interaction. You’ll work closely with an Educational Supervisor and Behavior Analyst to help students reach their developmental goals.Each classroom includes multiple teaching assistants to support instruction and student engagement.Your responsibilities will include:Planning and leading engaging group activities focused on early learning, play, and social skillsTeaching communication, play, and self-help skills through structured and natural learning opportunitiesCreating and updating individualized skill acquisition materials and bindersProviding Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI) and other ABA-based teaching strategiesSupervising and supporting teaching assistantsScheduling classroom staff coverageWriting reports and maintaining documentationCollaborating with Behavior Analysts and related service providers to implement students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)Attending IEP, team, and school meetingsCollecting ABA data to track student progress and guide instructionCelebrating the many small victories that lead to big developmental gainsWe’re seeking teachers who are:Patient, energetic, and compassionateFun-loving and comfortable getting on the floor to play and teachMission-driven and dedicated to helping children succeedOrganized and dependableLifelong learners excited to grow their skillsScheduleFull-time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PMFollows a school-year calendar, including a six-week summer program.Salary$55,000 – $60,000 per yearBenefitsHealth & WellnessHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramVeterinary InsuranceProfessional & Financial GrowthPaid initial trainingContinuing education opportunitiesTuition reimbursement for college or graduate schoolCrossroads staff receive 25% off at Marist UniversityConference reimbursementRetirement planWork-Life BalancePaid time offSchool-year calendar scheduleSix-week summer programQualificationsTeaching Certification (Early Childhood or Special Education preferred)Experience in Special Education or Early Childhood (preferred)Doing What Works. Seizing Every Opportunity. Working Together.Learn more about us:https://crossroadcenter.org/Questions? Feel free to reach out!Jared HighDirector of Staff DevelopmentJaredH@crossroadcenter.org