Special Education Teacher (SETSS) — Independent Contractor (Part Caseload)

Knowledge Road

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Manhattan on site Until 8/21/2026 2+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

Special Education Teacher (SETSS) – Manhattan, NY – School Day or After School – Part-Time

Overview/Impact:

Are you a dedicated Special Education Teacher eager to create a significant impact on students' academic achievement in Manhattan? Knowledge Road is seeking a part-time Special Education Teacher (SETSS) to join our team and deliver critical support to students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools. With a major city-wide shortage of qualified special education professionals, your expertise is critically needed to ensure students receive the personalized instruction they require. This provides the chance to engage directly with students who need specialized academic assistance, helping them reach their educational goals through focused intervention and evidence-based instruction.

As a SETSS provider with Knowledge Road, you'll deliver individualized and small-group instruction in school settings, collaborating closely with families and school teams to promote student progress and academic achievement.

Responsibilities:

As a Special Education Teacher (SETSS) with Knowledge Road, you will:

  • Offer high-quality, individualized, and small-group instruction to students with disabilities, in accordance with their Individualized Education Service Programs (IESP).

  • Ensure fulfillment of each student's weekly IESP mandates and maintain an intervention schedule coordinated with the school timetable.

  • 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:

The following are a few of our current openings. We have additional cases available across Manhattan, and we are currently hiring for all positions:

New York, NY 10001: Grades 3-8

New York, NY 10029: Grade 10

New York, NY 10011: Grades 2-5

New York, NY 10021: Grade 7

New York, NY 10019: Grades K-6

New York, NY 10024: Grade 6

New York, NY 10075: Grades K-8

New York, NY 10028: Grade 10

New York, NY 10011: Grade 4

New York, NY 10024: Grade 5

New York, NY 10009: Grade 7

New York, NY 10003: Grades K-12

New York, NY 10021: Grade 8

New York, NY 10029: Grade 7

New York, NY 10065: Grade 9

New York, NY 10010: Grade 9

New York, NY 10014: Grade 5

New York, NY 10128: Grade 11

New York, NY 10128: Grade 6

New York, NY 10075: Grade 8

Schedule & Location:

This is a part-time position with a flexible schedule during school-day hours or after school, that follows the NYC DOE calendar. Services will be provided on-site at a school in Manhattan or at the child's home, with assignments depending on student needs. Hours/week are based on IESP mandates; caseload may vary by assignment. Typically ~5-15 hours/week, based on placements, with additional cases and hours available while coordinating with our recruitment team.

Compensation:

$60 - $100 per hour (1099). Rate varies by group size and assignment. Individual IESP sessions typically begin 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

EEO Statement

Knowledge Road is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.


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Compensation (from employer):
$60 – $100 per hour

About this role

Summary

Provide individualized and small-group instruction to students with disabilities in Manhattan.

Job title

special education teacher (setss)

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

education

Location requirements

On-site in Manhattan, flexible during school hours

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

valid ny s students with disabilities or literacy specialist certificationexperience teaching mathematics and eladependable transportationnyc doe fingerprinting clearance

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

special educationdisabilitiesliteracymathematicsindividualized instruction
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Manhattan Beach, CA, USA

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