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Important Steps Inc. is an Early Intervention Program (EIP) with 2locations in Bronx and Midwood Brooklyn. We provide services to children in all 5 NYC boroughs. We currently have positions available for monolingual and bilingual SP-ED Teachers, SWs (Social Workers), STs (Speech Therapists), PTs (Physical Therapists), OTs (Occupational Therapists) and COTAs (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants) in BROOKLYN , STATEN ISLAND , BRONX, QUEENS and MANHATTAN . Part-time, full-time, and per-diem positions are available. We offer highly competitive rates for all service providers, up to $85/hr. for hard to staff zip codes. Healthcare benefits are available for full-time employees. NEW GRADS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME! Bilingual (Russian, Uzbek, Urdu, Spanish, French-Creole) is a plus but not required. ST, PT, OT/COTAs positions must have a NYS license in their given field. SP-ED Teachers & SWs (Social Workers) must have the following NYS certifications: - for Teachers: Special Education Teacher (Birth-Grade 2) or Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Birth-Grade 2). - for Social Workers: LMSW or LCSW. Please do not apply if you do not have a NYS license or certification in your discipline.

Job Summary: The Special Education Teacher is a qualified professional who directs, supervises, evaluates, and provides instruction to students as approved by New York State Regulations. Qualifications: · New York State Teaching Certificate- ECE and SWD Birth-2 · Master’s Degree Job Responsibilities: · Evaluate student’s strengths and weaknesses to inform instruction · Schedule, provide and plan classroom special education services for children with special needs through administration of a variety of educational techniques and materials · Record and report on the student’s progress, and update goals quarterly · Collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members in the case of students regarding strategies to improve, correct and facilitate special education goals as mandated by the IEP · Communicate and explain educational lesson plans to teacher assistants and team members so that all members of the educational team are aware of the special education goals being addressed at any time · Supervise Teaching Assistants · Have copies of weekly lesson plans available for Curriculum Coordinator and Principal · Provide resources and strategies to parents · Attend teacher meetings, team meetings and staff developments as scheduled · Be aware of current behavior management techniques as mandated by a behavior intervention plan on the child’s IEP or team recommendations · Fulfill Professional Development Requirements · Maintain accurate attendance records · Participate in school wide projects/committees · Keep inventory of classroom supplies and materials · Request new materials as appropriate · Be aware of school wide Health and Safety Policies and implement as necessary · Prepare progress reports and IEP’s in a timely fashion · Maintain on going communication with parents · Maintain ongoing updated documentation of Medicals, and Mandated Reporter certificates · Participate in CPSE/Turning 5 meetings · Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines · Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment, as assigned by their supervisor and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation · Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attitude and grooming and effective worth ethic · Notify school of absences due to illness, emergency leave, normal vacation periods or professional meetings that will affect agreed upon services in the school · Treat all children and staff with dignity and respect · Attend 3-5 orientation/conference events with parents · Must be able to lift 40 pounds · Will ensure that every therapist will sanitize materials/equipment/toys in his/her office periodically and between students · Will ensure that they will follow all the policies and procedures of Positive Beginnings, including the current Reopening Plan as well as the Federal, NYSED, NYC DOHMH guidelines/rules and regulations.

About Us Harlem Grown’s mission is to inspire youth to live healthy and ambitious lives through mentorship and hands-on education in urban farming, sustainability, and nutrition. Harlem Grown operates 13 urban agricultural sites featuring 5 soil-based urban farms, 4 school gardens, 3 hydroponic greenhouses, and a mushroom chamber. All of our sites are located between 122 and 152 Streets in Central Harlem, Manhattan. Since 2021, our programming has served over 10,000 youth in Harlem, we've produced and distributed over 100,000 servings of food, and diverted over 50,000 pounds of food scraps into local compost operations. Our Programs Harlem Grown provides youth and community development programs focused on urban farming, wellness, and sustainability through the lens of racial justice, food justice, social justice, and equity. Our youth focused programs include intensive school partnerships, educational farm tours, a summer camp, a Saturday enrichment program, monthly community events, an afterschool program, and our Mobile Teaching Kitchen. Our community development programs open to all ages include wellness workshops, special events, food scrap collection for composting, and fresh produce distribution to participants, volunteers, and neighborhood residents. Job Overview Harlem Grown is seeking an outgoing and enthusiastic person to assist with the teaching of our educational programs for children ages birth to 18 and their families. The Educator plays a key role in implementing lesson plans in a variety of our community-based programming, including in-schools, after school, community events, and with our Mobile Teaching Kitchen. This person will connect with our community and partners to promote all our educational programming and will participate in the delivery and demonstration of programs alongside Harlem Grown staff. Responsibilities Prepare Youth for Success - Teach and/or co-teach engaging, age-appropriate programs for children and their families in our partner schools, on our farms, and at community-based organizations - Collaborate with the Education Program Manager and other Educators to plan and execute Saturday programming - Teach and/or co-teach Saturday programming for at our 134th and 127th Street Farms - Teach and/or co-teach in-school programming - Co-create affordable, accessible, and culturally responsive recipes to demo on our farms, on our mobile teaching kitchen, and at our partner schools/organizations - Develop project-based lessons/activities for students to engage in during programming - Lead educational farm tours for partner schools, non-partner schools, and community-based organizations Program Implementation - Collaborate with Harlem Grown program staff to deliver mobile teaching kitchen programs, including prep work before the programs, and clean up after the programs - Assist the mobile teaching kitchen staff to maintain the teaching kitchen’s physical upkeep - Drive truck from time to time to and from events at all our program sites - Promote the mobile teaching kitchen as an essential part of Harlem Grown’s programs, seeking out opportunities to bring it around the Harlem and New York City community, and working and liaising with our school/community partners to incorporate it into their events and programming - Represent Harlem Grown at community-based events - Serve as a role model for youth and reinforce Harlem Grown’s values of honesty, respect, and responsibility - Work as a team member to support Harlem Grown initiatives and programs - Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications: HS Diploma 1-2 year’s experience working with children 1-2 years' experience working in an after school setting Strong organizational, planning, and leadership skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Schedule: M-F 10am-6pm September-June; M-F 8am-4pm July-August; some night and weekend availability required. Compensation Range $25 - $25 USD At Harlem Grown, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. We are an equal opportunity employer, and are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, where each individual feels as if their identity, experience, and values are represented and supported. We are dedicated to creating a space where children, especially those of color, are given the opportunity and skills to lead healthy and ambitious lives. We strongly believe in building a team that reflects and appreciates the underrepresented population of students, families, and people that we serve. Become a member of our family.