Special Education LTS

LTS SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (ANCHOR PROGRAM) QUALIFICATIONS

Connecticut State Certification: #065/#165 Comprehensive Special Education PK-12, or #265 Comprehensive Special Education 1-12

$150 per day first 10 days, then $207.30 - $581.62 per day depending on education and experience

Eligible for sick time only if assignment exceeds 140 days

October 5, 2026 - November 13, 2026

To develop in students those academic, social and emotional capacities that will enable them to become mature, able, and responsible adults

• Implements district curriculum
• Utilizes on going student assessment data to drive instruction
• Plans instruction to achieve teacher and district objectives, and implements those objectives effectively
• Uses a variety of effective teaching techniques and materials Demonstrates a knowledge of subject matter
• Communicates effectively with students
• Motivates students effectively, and provides for individual differences
• Monitors students’ understanding and adjusts teaching when appropriate
• Provides evaluative feedback on student performance
• Is available for out-of-class assistance

• Establishes a safe and orderly classroom conducive to effective study and learning
• Provides an environment in which students feel emotionally and physically secure
• Helps students develop positive self-concepts
• Directs and supervises the work of instructional assistants and other support personnel

• Understands the rights and responsibilities of students, parents, and teachers Works closely and positively with parents to guide the growth and development of children
• Communicates goals and objectives for both program and students to parents and public, as appropriate
• Provides opportunities for parent/community involvement in the school
• Uses community resources in the instructional program, when available

• Sets realistic goals for self, based on the reality of his/her situation
• Acts as a positive behavior model for students
• Works cooperatively and ethically with colleagues and administration
• Is responsible for self-growth, professional improvement, and ongoing self-evaluation
• Participates in professional growth activities
• Attends staff meetings and shares the responsibility for serving on school and district committees
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies, program, and rules governing student life and conduct

The Old Saybrook Board of Education does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or leaning disability) genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal non discrimination laws.

The Connecticut State Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.

Final date to receive applications:

Until filled