Autism Focused Special Education Teacher – ABA Preschool (Ages 2–5)

Applied Behavior Analysis School- Autism Focused Special Education Teacher – Preschool (Ages 2–5)
Full-Time | $55,000–$60,000/year for certified teachers | Paid Training | Comprehensive Benefits

Do you love celebrating first words, first friendships, and those magical “I did it!” moments? Do you enjoy helping little learners discover the world around them?

If so, you might be a perfect fit for the team at Crossroads Center for Children.

Every day at Crossroads, our teachers help young children build the communication, social, play, self-help, and early learning skills that set the foundation for lifelong success. In this role, you’ll work with incredible preschoolers, collaborate with a supportive team, and help students grow in confidence and independence.

About Crossroads

Crossroads Center for Children, located in Princetown, NY (Near Rotterdam) provides specialized education for students ages 2–10. Our preschool program serves young learners ages 2–5 in semi-integrated specialized classrooms designed to support children with autism and similar developmental needs.

Our programs use principles from Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), an evidence-based approach that focuses on teaching meaningful skills, encouraging positive behaviors, and helping children develop functional communication.

Our classrooms are highly collaborative environments where teachers work alongside:

• Teaching Assistants
• Behavior Analysts
• Speech & Language Pathologists
• Occupational Therapists
• Physical Therapists

You’ll have a full team supporting you and your students every step of the way.

Our Mission

To prepare individuals with and without developmental disabilities for life success within their family and community.

Our Vision

Every student we serve will achieve a full and productive life.

Our Philosophy

Crossroads utilizes interventions from ABA, a field grounded in the scientific study of learning and behavior.

What Your Days Will Look Like

As a Preschool Special Education Teacher, you’ll lead a classroom focused on early learning through structured teaching, play, and social interaction. You’ll work closely with an Educational Supervisor and Behavior Analyst to help students reach their developmental goals.

Each classroom includes multiple teaching assistants to support instruction and student engagement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and leading engaging group activities focused on early learning, play, and social skills
• Teaching communication, play, and self-help skills through structured and natural learning opportunities
• Creating and updating individualized skill acquisition materials and binders
• Providing Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI) and other ABA-based teaching strategies
• Supervising and supporting teaching assistants
• Scheduling classroom staff coverage
• Writing reports and maintaining documentation
• Collaborating with Behavior Analysts and related service providers to implement students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Attending IEP, team, and school meetings
• Collecting ABA data to track student progress and guide instruction
• Celebrating the many small victories that lead to big developmental gains

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking teachers who are:

• Patient, energetic, and compassionate
• Fun-loving and comfortable getting on the floor to play and teach
• Mission-driven and dedicated to helping children succeed
• Organized and dependable
• Lifelong learners excited to grow their skills

Schedule

Full-time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Follows a school-year calendar, including a six-week summer program.

Salary

$55,000 – $60,000 per year

Benefits

We support the people who support our students.

Health & Wellness

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Veterinary Insurance

Professional & Financial Growth

• Paid initial training
• Continuing education opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for college or graduate school
• Crossroads staff receive 25% off at Marist University
• Conference reimbursement
• Retirement plan

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off
• School-year calendar schedule
• Six-week summer program

Qualifications

• Teaching Certification (Early Childhood or Special Education preferred)
• Experience in Special Education or Early Childhood (preferred)

Doing What Works. Seizing Every Opportunity. Working Together.

Learn more about us:
https://crossroadcenter.org/

Questions? Feel free to reach out!

Jared High
Director of Staff Development
JaredH@crossroadcenter.org