Classroom Teacher​/Special Education

Position: Classroom Teacher / Special Education
Job Description:

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

APPLICATION:
If you are currently employed by the Bristol Board of Education as a teacher, please complete an internal application online by 4:00 p.m. on January 14, 2026.

All others please fill out an online application at