Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced  Special Education Teacher (SPED) that is certified in the state of practice to work in a school setting. This is a contract, full time position. Duties and Responsibilities Include: Complete required facility orientation. Ensure health, safety & welfare of individuals. Conduct formal and informal assessments of educational programs and behavior interventions. Supervise Teacher’s Assistants/Aides and participate in the implementation of educational programs and behavior interventions. Implement and adhere to IEP/Student Program. Supervise and implement completion of program/student documentation. Supervise and delegate responsibilities to Teacher’s Assistants/Aides. Complete and maintain training requirements. Complete required program documentation/certifications ( Employee Medicals, PPD, CPR, etc. as required). Interact/communicate with parents, college interns, professionals, and other interested visitors. Punctuality and regular attendance is expected. Maintain participant/family confidentiality. Commitment to company values and adherence to policies. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management. Requirements include: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education along with an NYS certification in at least one of the following areas: Nursery – Grade 6 General Education, Early Childhood (B-2) General Education, Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), Special Education (all grades), Students w/ Disabilities (B-2), Students w/ Disabilities (1-6), or Pre-K – Grade 6 General Education Experience with Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis preferred. Ability to run. Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb items. Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s). Cannot have worked with the DOE within 1 year DO NOT SUBMIT unless the candidate has direct, hands-on experience with non-verbal students, severe cognitive delays, frequent behavioral challenges (aggression, elopement, self-injury), and total assistance needs (feeding, toileting, mobility). This is not suitable for candidates who’ve only worked with verbal or moderately delayed students. About Centra: Centra Healthcare`s mission is to provide unparalleled service enabling healthcare professionals to concentrate on caring for America. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each healthcare professional`s criteria. Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra: Mileage reimbursement to assignment (if applicable) Highly competitive pay package 401(k) plan with matching Direct deposit and weekly pay CEU reimbursement Medical credentials reimbursement A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States The opportunity to make sure that the career you choose is a good fit before committing to a permanent scenario High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan Licensure reimbursement Housing accommodations or Lodging per diems (if you qualify for reimbursements) Flexibility of work schedule, including guaranteed hours (if applicable) Assignment completion bonuses (if applicable)