Top 124 Special Education Teachers, Preschool Jobs in Syracuse, NY

Special Education Preschool Lead Teacher (Full-time or Part-time)
Jowonio School —Syracuse, NY
- $57,145 - $65,936 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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11d
Special Education Preschool Teacher
ELMCREST CHILDRENS CENTER INC —Syracuse, NY
- $62,700 - $66,200 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Teacher (Hillbrook Juvenile Detention Center)
Onondaga County Department of Children and Family Services —Syracuse, NY
- $69,059 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- High school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Teacher - Special Education (Career Development)
OCM BOCES —Syracuse, NY
- From $64,388 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Special Education Teacher - Stellata Program
OCM BOCES —Liverpool, NY
- From $64,388 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Special Education Teacher (1st ICT) at Southside Academy Charter School
National Heritage Academies —Syracuse, NY
- $66,858 - $80,635 a year
- Full-time
- Teaching Certification
- Middle school
- Leadership
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Special Education Teacher
Children's Therapy Network —Fayetteville, NY
- $55,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
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Preschool Lead Teacher
Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center —East Syracuse, NY
- $53,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Data analysis skills
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Special Education Teacher
Milestones Children's Center —Camillus, NY
- $63,000 - $70,000 a year
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Teaching Certification
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Special Education Teacher - Long-term Substitute
OCM BOCES —Camillus, NY
- $130.00 - $303.13 a day
- Temporary
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Teaching Assistant
Onondaga Central School District —Nedrow, NY
- $150 a day
- Urgently hiring
- Teaching Certification
- Public school
- Elementary school
Special Education teacher
Central Square Central School District —Central Square, NY
- $56,389 - $70,339 a year
- High school
- Entry level
Center Director
KinderCare Education —Syracuse, NY
- $56,250 - $102,250 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Special Education Teacher - Long Branch Elementary
OCM BOCES —Liverpool, NY
- From $64,388 a year
- Full-time
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Special Education Teacher- (2025-2026 Academic Year) CSAS Jr./Sr. High (Grades 6-10)
Science Academies of NY —Liverpool, NY
- $57,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school
- Teaching Certification
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
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Special Education Teacher - SAS Middle School (26-27 Academic Year)
Science Academies of NY —Syracuse, NY
- $58,500 - $66,500 a year
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
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Special Education Teacher ( grades 8-12) * 2026-2027 academic year
Science Academies of NY —Syracuse, NY
- $58,500 - $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
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Teacher I Special Education/ Secondary Science
Hillside Children’s Center —Auburn, NY
- $62,500 - $82,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Classroom
- Clean driving record
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Power Scholars Teacher - Seasonal
YMCA of Central New York —Syracuse, NY
- $31.67 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
Special Education Teacher
Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center —Camillus, NY
- $63,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Data analysis skills
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Special Education Preschool Lead Teacher (Full-time or Part-time)

Jowonio School
Syracuse, NY

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$57,145 - $65,936 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Crisis intervention
Classroom management
Teaching experience with learners with disabilities
Teaching Certification
Early childhood education
Bachelor's degree
IEP development
Working with students with special education needs
Preschool teaching
Community relationship building
Classroom Teaching
Special Education Certification
Early Childhood Education
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Location: Syracuse, NY

Schedule:

Mon-Fri: 8:15am-3:00pm, plus additional hours for planning and meetings

Part-time: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:15am-11:45am, Wed: 8:15am-3:00pm, plus 2-3 hours/week for planning and meetings

Pay:

Full-time: $57,145/10 months, 37.5 hours/week, $65,936 annually if working full-time through summer

Part-time: $34,287/10 months, 24 hours/week

Job Type: 10-month school-year position (optional summer hours)

Compensation is pre-determined based on our salary structure and is non-negotiable.

* This position starts in September 2026 *

About Jowonio

Jowonio School is a nonprofit inclusive preschool in Syracuse, NY with a mission to provide model programs for young children where diversity is celebrated and all are free to learn and grow. Since 1969, Jowonio has been a pioneer in inclusive education, bringing together children of all abilities in the same classrooms and providing individualized supports so every child can fully participate. Our educators, therapists, and families work together to support the whole child while fostering a welcoming community where differences are valued and every child belongs.

Position Summary

The Lead Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing educational leadership and implementing a developmentally appropriate, inclusive early childhood program for children with and without disabilities. This role involves designing and managing a structured yet flexible classroom environment, supervising classroom staff, collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with educational and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Classroom Leadership & Instruction

Design, implement, and manage a classroom environment that supports developmentally appropriate goals in behavior, communication, socialization, pre-academic skills, and life skills for all children, including those with special needs.
Plan and lead daily programming that balances child-initiated and teacher-directed activities.
Implement individualized instructional strategies and adaptations to meet the needs of students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Assessment, Documentation & Reporting

Assess each child’s current level of functioning on an ongoing basis using established evaluation tools and observation.
Develop, update, and implement IEPs in collaboration with parents, related service providers, and interdisciplinary team members.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student progress.
Prepare and submit progress reports for parents, school districts, and external agencies.
Develop student portfolios for children transitioning to other educational programs.
For students without IEPs, assess skill development, document progress, write annual progress reports, and conduct parent conferences at least twice per year with written documentation.

Family & Community Engagement

Build warm, collaborative relationships with families and foster a strong sense of classroom community.
Communicate regularly with parents or parent surrogates through written communication, phone calls, home visits, school observations, and open houses.
When appropriate, design and support home-based training programs in partnership with families.
Participate in family engagement activities, including open houses, school events, and community programs.

Team Collaboration & Supervision

Provide leadership, supervision, and support to assistant teachers, teacher aides, interns, and volunteers.
Coordinate and collaborate with in-school support services, including speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and other related services.
Lead and actively participate in weekly meetings, including:
Child support meetings with related service and administrative staff (and families when appropriate)
Classroom planning meetings
Weekly school-wide in-service meetings

Professional Development

Engage in ongoing professional development through workshops, conferences, staff in-services, coursework, and special projects.
Maintain required certifications, credentials, and training relevant to the position.
Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

NYS Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Birth – Grade 2) certification is required
Bachelor’s or Master‘s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required
Experience in inclusive or early childhood settings is strongly preferred
Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills

Physical Requirements

Frequent movement throughout the school building, including classrooms, offices, and playground areas.
Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving of materials and equipment up to 25 pounds.
Ability to engage in floor-level and outdoor interactions with young children.
Sufficient vision and hearing to observe, communicate, and maintain safety within a classroom and community setting.
Capacity to manage occasional high-stress situations calmly and professionally, including crisis intervention or emergency response.

Benefits

Jowonio offers a supportive workplace and a schedule that aligns with the school calendar.

Eligible employees may receive:

School calendar schedule (holidays and school breaks)
Up to 3 weeks of PTO
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance options if working 30+ hours per week
Company paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending account (FSA) for medical and dependent care
50% tuition discount for children attending Jowonio programs
401(k) plan plus company match
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative and mission-driven work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jowonio School is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Pay: $57,145.00 - $65,936.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Early childhood education: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

NYS Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Birth – 2) Cert. (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Special Education Teachers, Preschool jobs in Syracuse, NY

Special Education Preschool Lead Teacher (Full-time or Part-time)

Special Education Preschool Teacher

Teacher (Hillbrook Juvenile Detention Center)

Teacher - Special Education (Career Development)

Special Education Teacher - Stellata Program

Special Education Teacher (1st ICT) at Southside Academy Charter School

Special Education Teacher

Preschool Lead Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher - Long-term Substitute

Teaching Assistant

Special Education teacher

Center Director

Special Education Teacher - Long Branch Elementary

Special Education Teacher- (2025-2026 Academic Year) CSAS Jr./Sr. High (Grades 6-10)

Special Education Teacher - SAS Middle School (26-27 Academic Year)

Special Education Teacher ( grades 8-12) * 2026-2027 academic year

Teacher I Special Education/ Secondary Science

Power Scholars Teacher - Seasonal

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