City-Wide Special Education Teacher, West Bristol

About the role

To provide an innovative and creative learning environment which fosters students' individual growth and development in all program areas.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement academic and clinical IEP goals through continuous assessment of each student.
• Have knowledge and an ability to apply a developmentally focused classroom structure.
• Develop and implement an integrated curriculum by sharing ideas, materials and methods with professional colleagues.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of subject matter in areas of specialization.
• Achieve and craft teaching plans; Plan daily lessons to provide a variety of learning experiences.
• Vary instructional material and activities through a multi-modality approach.
• Develop and implement an effective behavior management program that meets the overall goals of the program.
• Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict.
• Maintain appropriate student records and submit required reports within a designated time period.
• Work with teachers in various disciplines.
• Work cooperatively with parents to maintain ongoing communication and provide support and resources when necessary.
• Adapt learning materials to students' needs.
• Keep track of and reflect on students' needs.
• Prepare students for transition to the next grade.
• Inform parents about their children's performance and potential problems.
• Participate in ongoing performance evaluations.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.
• Serve on faculty and curriculum committees.
• Implement individual education program for special needs students.
• Supervise classroom and students (aides, volunteers and parent helpers where appropriate).
• Coach/mentor other professionals who work with children with disabilities.
• Collaborate with support staff (i.e. school counselors and speech therapists) to create holistic intervention plans.

  Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Special Education Teacher or relevant role.
  • Good knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies.
  • Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities.
  • Ability to create IEPs.
  • A patient, resourceful and resilient personality.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • BS in Special Education; MS is a plus.
  • Additional credits required for completion of certification requirements.
  • Valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate, 165 Comprehensive Special Education, K-12.
  • PMT TRAINING WILL BE REQUIRED AND PROVIDED BY THE DISTRICT.

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  Pay

  As per negotiated contract

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