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The Center School

Special Education Teacher - CT

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What they do

A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$77,124 / year median in Connecticut

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Special Education Teacher - CT The Center School - 3.6 Enfield, CT Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $84,500 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Gym membership Qualifications Student supervision Professional collaboration in IEP development Master's degree in education Classroom activity organization Student report writing Master's degree in special education Student support planning Mid-level Special education law Education Curriculum implementation Collaboration with other professionals for student support Case management Grading Student treatment plans Academic assessment administration Data collection for student progress in special education Working with students with special education needs Lesson planning Bachelor's degree in education Instructional materials development Special Education Data collection Special education record keeping Care conference participation Special Education Certification Student progress notes Achievement tests Educational content composition projects Providing feedback to students Full Job Description Connecticut Education Center (Enfield and East Hartford CT) invites applicants for the position of Special Education Teacher. The Teacher will provide instruction and age/grade appropriate lesson plans, provide academic leadership in the classroom, provide clear documentation and data collection, and participate in professional development. Position is full time, 52 weeks per year. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package including four school vacation weeks, holidays and snow days; PTO and EST accrual; health/dental insurance and Medical & Dependent Care FSA after 30 days; generous tuition reimbursement policy - paying for up to $6,000 per year in tuition and fees; gym membership; paid life and long term disability insurance; voluntary life, accident, cancer, long term care and short term disability insurance through payroll deduction; 401(k) and Roth retirement plan after completion of 90 day introductory period; EAP program; longevity bonus policy.

Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelors degree in Education or a related field; a Masters degree in special education is preferred. Qualified candidates will have Connecticut Special Education licensure (or waiverable). Job Responsibilities of the

CEC Teacher:

Provide and instruct age/grade appropriate lesson plans.



Maintain evaluation records on all assigned students.



Maintain appropriate lesson plans and materials required for lessons in case of absence. Provide appropriate homework for each student.



Assign and correct student work.



Communicate with other organizations regarding youth progress, as requested.



Obtain and/or develop appropriate curricular materials in all subjects.



Complete student evaluation reporting forms as needed.



Complete daily paperwork.



Arrange for all testing needs of students as prescribed by IEP and advocate for any other testing or service needs.



Administer standardized and informal tests appropriate to credentials.



Provide input for IEP development, case management and treatment planning.



Provide a rough draft IEP for Team meetings ahead of time and seek appropriate service providers for input in the development of the document.



Attend IEP, review and emergency meetings as requested and needed.



Remain current with CSDE and DESE regulations applicable to special education, i.e. SBAC/MCAS.Attend all scheduled teacher meetings, IEP meetings, staff meetings, and staff trainings.



Participate in supervision.



Assist in interventions as needed and assist in maintaining the safety of the building.

•Please note that candidates who are offered employment will be subject to background screening, to include: CORI, SORI, DCF and Fingerprinting checks

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • Professional Development
  • 401(k) Plans