Special Education Teacher (SETSS)

Knowledge Road

$124K — $208K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid NYS Students with Disabilities certification or NYS Literacy Specialist.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant teaching experience.
  • Not previously employed by NYC DOE in the last 12 months.
  • Experience in teaching Mathematics and ELA.
  • Dependable transportation to various locations in Brooklyn.
  • NYC DOE fingerprinting clearance required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

  • Provide individualized and small-group instruction per IESP requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with each student's weekly IESP milestones and intervention schedule.
  • Develop and submit quarterly progress reports while maintaining family communication.
  • Document service delivery and student performance in Knowledge Road's system.
  • Create lesson plans tailored to the academic, social, and emotional needs of each student.
  • Collaborate with families and educators to foster an inclusive learning environment.
  • Track and report on student progress regularly to families and school teams.
  • Participate in IESP meetings, providing educational insights and recommendations.

Benefits

  • 1099 contractor position with timely payments.
  • Streamlined administrative and documentation processes.
  • Access to a supportive compliance and scheduling team.
  • Integration within a professional community of NYC educators.
Full Job Description
Special Education Teacher (SETSS) - Brooklyn, NY - School Day - Full-Time

Responsibilities:

As a Special Education Teacher (SETSS) with Knowledge Road, you will:
  • Provide high-quality, individualized, and small-group instruction for students with disabilities, as outlined in their Individualized Education Service Programs (IESP).
  • Ensure completion of each individual student's weekly IESP requirements and keep an intervention schedule aligned with the school schedule.
  • Develop and submit quarterly progress reports and maintain regular family communication with updates on progress and next steps.
  • Document service delivery and student performance in Knowledge Road's system with precise and timely documentation.
  • Create and implement engaging and effective lesson plans that meet the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of each individual student.
  • Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other school staff to build a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students.
  • Track and evaluate student progress, providing regular updates to families and school-based teams.
  • Attend IESP meetings as required, providing professional 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 relevant experience.
• Must not have been employed by NYC DOE in the past 12 months.
• Experience teaching Mathematics and ELA.
• Dependable transportation.
• NYC DOE fingerprinting clearance required, or willingness to obtain prior to start.

Current Openings:

We are currently seeking candidates for the following full-time SETSS positions in the Brooklyn area:

Brooklyn, NY 11236: Individual setting, grades to be determined.

Brooklyn, NY 11209: Group setting, grades 7-12.

Schedule & Location:

This is a full-time, school-day role with a schedule aligned with the NYC DOE calendar. Services will be delivered on-site at a school in the Brooklyn area, with placements based on student needs. Weekly hours are determined by IESP mandates; caseload may fluctuate by placement. Typically ~20-30 hours/week , depending on caseload, with extra cases and hours available through coordination with our recruitment team.

Compensation:

$60 - $100 per hour (1099). Rates vary by group size and placement. Individual IESP sessions generally start at $60/hr.

Why Join Knowledge Road?

At Knowledge Road, you will benefit from:
  • 1099 contractor position with prompt, dependable payments
  • Efficient administrative and documentation processes
  • Helpful team providing DOE compliance and scheduling assistance
  • Professional community of NYC school-based practitioners


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