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Special education school with integrated therapies

Facilitator

Community Outreach & ProgramsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeManhattan, New York, NY, USA$25 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree, training and/or certificate in a program-related field or as required by the program contract, or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Excellent time management and written communication skills.
  • Ability to complete room setup, including moving or sliding tables, chairs, and other equipment.
  • Proficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and facilitate one or more Family Support group offerings based on interests, availability, and qualifications by leading and moderating group discussions with children, adults, and/or parents using specific program curricula.
  • Engage with participants with varying verbal abilities and support needs and/or parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Work with support staff to ensure participation and engagement while maintaining a safe and structured environment.
  • Conduct person-centered goal setting and regularly monitor and evaluate participant progress through observations.
  • Provide individual assistance within a group setting when needed.
  • Communicate consistently with a supervisor or designee, escalating programmatic concerns and reporting operational issues related to program equipment and facilities.
  • Engage with families on site before and after sessions regarding progress, plans, and any issues or concerns.
  • Work with program leadership to identify, develop, update, and enhance program curricula according to evidence-based practice, incorporating new teaching methods and content.
  • Ensure timely and accurate documentation of services, attendance, and billing in compliance with guidelines and regulations, using the appropriate format and electronic systems.
  • Ensure proper facility setup and cleanup for each group session and assist with room setup as needed.
  • Remain current with mandatory and other training, completing it within required time frames.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Yoga certification is preferred.
  • One year of experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.
  • A master's degree may be required by certain contracts and/or programs.

About the Company

Yai

Special education school with integrated therapies

Manhattan Star Academy is a private, non-profit day school serving ages 3–21 with developmental needs, offering preschool through upper school under the YAI Network. It combines academics with comprehensive therapies (occupational, physical, speech-language, counseling) delivered during the school day, using a developmentally based, Montessori-inspired approach in small classes. The campus uses sensory-friendly facilities and technology such as smart boards and iPads to support learning and track progress, and it runs a transition program with vocational training and internships. Its differentiators are the integrated therapy model, a specialized environment for neuro-developmental disabilities, and a clear path from early education to post-secondary readiness with individualized support.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Seed
Total funding
$330K
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2023

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