ABA Special Education Teacher — Independent Contractor (Full Caseload)

Special Education Teacher (Certified SETSS) – ABA Experience – Individual Groups – Elementary Age

Overview/Impact

Are you a dedicated Special Education Teacher ready to make a significant impact on students' academic development in Manhattan? Knowledge Road is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher (SETSS) to join our team with experience working with children with Autism and provide essential support for students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools. With a substantial shortage city-wide of qualified special education teachers, your skills are urgently needed to help students get the personalized instruction they need. This provides the chance to work directly with students who need specialized academic assistance, supporting them in achieving their learning goals through targeted intervention and evidence-based teaching.

As a SETSS teacher with Knowledge Road, you'll provide individualized and small-group instruction in educational settings, working closely with families and school teams to promote student progress and academic success.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, individualized small-group instruction for students with disabilities, as outlined in their Individualized Education Service Programs (IESP)

Ensure fulfillment of each individual student's weekly IESP mandates and keep an intervention schedule coordinated with the school schedule.

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

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

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

Work with parents, teachers, and other school staff to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students.

Monitor and assess student progress, offering regular updates to families and school-based teams

Participate in IESP meetings as required, providing expert 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 teaching experience.

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

Experience teaching Math and ELA.

Dependable transportation.

NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status required or willingness to complete before start.

Experience supporting Elementary School Aged Students with Autism.

Schedule & Location

This is a full-time, school-day position at the student's school with a schedule aligned with the NYC DOE calendar. You will provide services on-site at schools in the Manhattan area, with assignments based on student needs. Hours per week are determined by IESP mandates; caseload may vary by assignment. Typically ~20-30 hours/week depending on placements.

Compensation

$60−$100 per hour (1099) . Pay rates differ by group size and placement. Individual IESP sessions typically start at $60 per hour . For this specific case we are looking for someone prepared to offer one-on-one support with a student who has many mandated hours.

Why Join Knowledge Road?

At Knowledge Road, you will benefit from:

1099 contractor position with with quick, dependable payments

Efficient administrative and documentation workflows

Helpful team providing DOE compliance and scheduling support

Professional network of NYC school-based practitioners

Application Requirements

Please provide your resume and relevant NYS license/certification. Attach (or indicate readiness to obtain) NYC DOE fingerprinting clearance and vendor status.

EEO Statement

Knowledge Road is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering 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

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