Special Education Teacher , Currently at CHMS; SY

Position Title

Special Education Teacher, Currently at CHMS (26-27 SY)

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

• Plan and implement academic and clinical IEP goals through continuous assessment of each student.
• Apply a developmentally focused classroom structure.
• Develop and implement an integrated curriculum and share 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 such as drawing and theater drama.
• Vary instructional material and activities through a multi‑modality approach.
• Develop and implement an effective behavior management program that meets overall program goals.
• 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.
• Collaborate cooperatively with parents to maintain ongoing communication and provide support and resources when necessary.
• Adapt learning materials to students’ needs and keep track of and reflect on students’ needs.
• Perform educational testing and evaluations to assess students’ needs.
• Participate actively in a transdisciplinary model and demonstrate strong collaboration skills.
• Integrate clinical group goals and objectives into the educational curriculum.
• 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 self‑selected professional growth activities.
• Serve on faculty and curriculum committees.
• Implement individual education programs for special‑needs students.

• Supervise classroom and students (aides, volunteers, and parent helpers where appropriate) and perform general supervisory duties as scheduled.
• Coach and mentor other professionals who work with children with disabilities.
• Collaborate with support staff, such as school counselors and speech therapists, to create holistic intervention plans.

• 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.

• 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.

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to compute areas, circumferences, and volumes and apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.

• Basic knowledge and experience with standard hardware and software applications.
• Ability to use a computer for email, word processing, accounting, databases, and presentations.

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a…