Full Time Preschool Special Education Teacher (CPSE) - Nassau & Suffolk Counties

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Location: Melville, NY

Department: CPSE

Posted: 8/11/2025

Location Name: Melville

Wage Max: 70,000.00 Annual

Wage Min: 65,000.00 Annual

Position Type: Full Time

Special Education Teacher, Preschool (CPSE) Program, Nassau and Suffolk Counties

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our preschool team, to work with children and families. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting experience, please apply below. We look forward to meeting you!

Positions are available throughout Long Island.

Founded in 1995, Achieve Beyond nationally meets the needs of children by providing the highest quality of pediatric therapy and autism services. Our providers and administrative staff are dedicated to our mission of helping children and families and we are looking for smart, innovative, and driven candidates to join our team. Achieve Beyond is centered around our culture of collaboration and support to ensure our services are of the highest quality and adhere to our strong ethical standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide direct service to children approved through the CPSE program in accordance with the mandate and location identified in the Individualized Educational Plan.

Work in diverse settings such as client homes, family day cares, day care centers, preschools or other community settings.

Follow Individualized Educational Plans, plan ongoing treatment, and interpret goals and treatment plan for parents and other professionals.

Conduct collaborative activities with other professionals working on a case.

Educate all individuals involved in a case on different intervention strategies to facilitate active involvement and carry-over.

Prepare progress reports as per program timelines

Present updates on cases at Annual Review and/or program review meetings as needed.

Utilize various systems to ensure documentation for a case is completed and meets regulatory expectations.

Administrative responsibilities include review of evaluation packets, creation of required summary documents and attendance at initial eligibility meetings.

Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children and families (in accordance with HIPAA and State & Federal regulations) and submit records to agency within established deadlines

Our Mission:

At Achieve Beyond, we believe that all children have potential. We are guided by the mission to support children with special needs to Achieve Beyond their current abilities. We are always striving for continuous improvement by setting goals and measuring performance. It is the reason we will succeed together.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a passion for working with children and families!

One of the following certifications/licenses

Students with Disabilities (Birth – 2 or All Grades), Initial or Professional certification

Permanent Special Education certificate

CPSE experience preferred, but not required

Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred, but not required

Must be self-motivated, a team player, and exercise patience/professionalism

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to travel to and from assigned cases including but not limited to driving personal vehicle, walking, and/or use of public transportation such as a bus or train.

The ability to climb and descend staircases

The ability to lift 10 pounds regularly

The ability to sit on the floor, kneel, and/ or crawl for extended periods

Benefits Include:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and 401 with employer match

Short- and long-term disability coverage as well as life, flex spending, and commuter benefits

Paid time off, sick time, and holiday pay

Various Employee Discounts on Entertainment and Equipment

Educational reimbursement and referral bonuses

Structured initial training

Monthly administrative events and so much more!

Salary: $65,000-$70,000 per year. Please note this is a 12 month position.

This job description is subject to change at any time. Achieve Beyond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, caregiver status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability requesting accommodation for the application process, please contact us for assistance.

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