JOB DETAILS

Head Teacher

CompanyThe Childrens Academy NYC
LocationNew York
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 8, 2026
About The Company
At Children’s Academy, our mission is to educate children with speech and language challenges and learning differences in a supportive social environment, through collaborative evidence-based models recognizing the individuality of each child. We strive to develop a love of learning, friendships, expression, understanding and self-advocacy.
About the Role

Description

Children's Academy is a 12-month K-12 educational program for children with speech and language delays. We are looking for NYS Certified Special Education Teachers to join our team for the upcoming school year beginning in July. Applicants should possess a good knowledge of child development, experience working with students with speech and language delays and learning disabilities, good writing skills as needed for writing progress reports, and the ability to work well with a collaborative team and families.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

  • Leading small group academics and work 1:1 with students as needed
  • Planning coherent lessons aligned to state standards
  • Modifying lesson activities and assignments to meet the needs of diverse learners
  • Differentiating instruction where appropriate
  • Designing classroom routines, procedures, and activities
  • Facilitating collaborative team meetings
  • Assessing each student's level of progress on an ongoing basis and developing and implementing appropriate learning goals and objectives
  • Collaborating with the classroom team to discuss areas of growth and continuously using data to provide appropriate individualized instruction and support

Job Type: Full-time

Start date: July 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year


  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • License reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person




Requirements

  • Masters degree in education or a related field
  • Minimum 1 year of experience with special needs students in a school environment
Key Skills
Child DevelopmentSpecial EducationSpeech And Language DelaysLearning DisabilitiesWriting SkillsCollaborationLesson PlanningDifferentiationAssessmentData AnalysisIndividualized InstructionTeam MeetingsClassroom ManagementProgress ReportingInstructional Support
Categories
Education
Benefits
401(k)401(k) MatchingContinuing Education CreditsDental InsuranceDisability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible ScheduleHealth InsuranceLicense ReimbursementLife InsuranceOpportunities For AdvancementPaid Time OffProfessional Development AssistanceVision Insurance
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Head Teacher will lead small group academics and work one-on-one with students as needed. Responsibilities include planning lessons, modifying activities for diverse learners, assessing student progress, and collaborating with the classroom team.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$70,000 - $75,000
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
214
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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