SETSS Special Education Tutor - 9th Grade (Foundational Skills)
$52,000–$72,800 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Provide individualized SETSS instruction focused on foundational reading, writing, functional math, and communication skills for a 9th-grade student. Target literacy concepts including CVC words, sight words, blending, spelling, and handwriting/penmanship while teaching practical math concepts like counting money and basic addition/subtraction. Implement structured behavioral supports, including token boards, reward systems, scheduled breaks, and sensory activities to support focus and reduce frustration. Maintain a highly structured, routine-based environment to encourage active participation and task completion. Monitor progress and adapt instructional strategies to meet the student's evolving academic and behavioral needs. Sessions occur in Jackson Heights, NY, with availability on weekdays evenings and Saturdays.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience providing Special Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS) or specialized 1:1 Special Education support
- Strong background teaching foundational literacy (phonics, CVC words, blending) and functional math (money skills, basic computation)
- Skilled in implementing positive behavioral support tools (token economies, reward systems, visual schedules) and sensory breaks
- Experience working with high school-aged students requiring foundational/functional academic support
- Patient, structured, encouraging, and adept at managing frustration around challenging academic tasks
- Open to an evening and weekend tutoring schedule
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.