Special Education Teacher- LEAD Program- Stafford School

Special Education Teacher- LEAD Program
- Stafford School

Position Type:

Certified:
City-Wide Teacher/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted:

1/2/2026

Location:

Stafford School

Date Available:

As soon as possible

Closing Date:

Open until filled

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POSITION TITLE:

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER- LEAD PROGRAM STAFFORD (3-4)

DEPARTMENT: TEACHER

REPORTS TO:

DIRECTOR OF PUPIL PERSONNEL SERVICES / SUPERVISOR OF PUPIL PERSONNEL SERVICES

SUMMARY:

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned.

* 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.

* Assess students' abilities and craft teaching plans;
Plan daily lessons to provide a variety of learning experiences

* Find engaging activities to teach skills (i.e. drawing and theater drama)

* 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

* Monitor children's behavioral patterns and arrange appropriate interventions if needed

* 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

* Perform educational testing and evaluations in order to assess students' needs.

* Actively participate in a transdisciplinary model and demonstrate strong collaboration skills.

* Integrate the clinical group goals and objectives into the educational curricula.

* Actively participate in staff development activities to foster professional and personal growth.

* Develop student awareness and self-respect by fostering experiences that encourage students to achieve realistic and personal goals.

* 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.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Supervises classroom and students (aides, volunteers and parent helpers where appropriate). Performs general supervisory duties as scheduled.

* 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

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

* To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* 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

EDUCATION AND/OR

EXPERIENCE:

* BS in Special Education; MS is a plus.

* Additional credits required for completion of certification requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

* Valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate, 165 Comprehensive Special Education, K-12

* PMT TRAINING WILL BE REQUIRED AND PROVIDED BY THE DISTRICT

LANGUAGE

SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write memos, reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL

SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

COMPUTER

SKILLS:

Basic knowledge and experience with…