Special Education Teachers & Teachers Assistants Hiring Event 9/23/2026 3:30pm-5:00pm

Special Education Teachers & Teacher's Assistants Hiring Event

School Age Program (ages 5-22) 
Come join us at our Brightway Educational Programs Hiring Event on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 3:30pm-5:00pm at 25 Little Plains RD, Huntington, NY 11743

We will be interviewing for Teachers and Teacher's Assistants (including Substitute Teacher's Assistants) and various positions including:Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech Language Pathologists for our educational programs.

Full time, part time, and substitute (per diem) positions are available.
Teacher Salary Range: $46,000.00 to $73,500.00/year
Teaching Assistant Salary Range: $18.25-$21.90/hour

About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

On Wednesday, September 23,2026, from 3:30pm-5:00pm we will be interviewing for various positions within our School Age Program.

Address: 25 Little Plains Rd, Huntington, NY 11743

Brightway Living & Learning Offers various benefits, including a 403(b), Vision, Dental, Health, Life, Tuition Reimbursement, and more for benefit eligible positions (24 hours/week or more)! 

Positions are available in Smithtown, and Huntington.

For Special Education Teachers, a NYS Teaching Certification in Special Education is required.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• And More: Paid time off for school breaks!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference
• Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!
• When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family. 

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.