Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

***This position is eligible for a signing incentive based on Special Education Certification.***

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Director of Education and Student Services, the Special Education Teacher plans and provides for appropriate educational experiences for students who have a wide range of learning, behavioral, and emotional disabilities; evaluates and assesses student progress aligned with their Individual Education Program (IEP); creates a flexible program and learning environment that will allow students to succeed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate program for special education
• CSDE certification in Comprehensive Special Education (#065, #165 or #265)
• Experience working with students in special education programs
• Experience with reinforcing and supporting a positive classroom culture/environment based on diverse student needs

RATE OF PAY:

• $50,000-$64,000 per year
• Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.
• $5,000 incentive based on Special Education Certification.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Provide differentiated and integrated instruction in all academic content areas.
• Provide differentiated and integrated assessment and evaluation strategies to support student learning.
• Establish and support guidelines for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students.
• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with the school’s Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support Plans (PBIS).
• Use technology to assist in developing, providing and supporting instruction for special education students.
• Confer with administrators, social workers, and other professionals to implement IEPs designed to promote students’ educational, physical, and social/emotional development.
• Develop, facilitate, evaluate, and interpret achievement testing and vocational aptitude examinations.
• Collaborate with vocational instructors to integrate course content and provide support for students experiencing academic difficulties in the vocational area.
• Assist in developing transition planning for students returning to the public-school setting, workplace setting, and/or other educational programs.
• Provide educational case management services for identified students as needed.
• Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

BENEFITS:

• Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan Option
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Dental Insurance Plan
• Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Monetary Incentives
• Opportunities for Overtime
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Discounts (Cell Phone, Computer)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer! Federal Student Aid
• 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance