Special Education Teacher- Academic Learning Center

Special Education Teacher - Academic Learning Center

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Under the general supervision of the School Principal and Special Education Supervisor, this role is dedicated to maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs. This includes supporting academic growth, enhancing interpersonal skills, and implementing behavior intervention programs. The ideal candidate will implement district‑approved curriculum, document teaching and student progress, address individual student needs, and maintain a safe and conducive learning environment.

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Participates in PPTs and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students’ IEPs and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self‑understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Certification/License:
Comprehensive Special Education (K‑5) 065/165

Bachelor’s from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment. Master’s Degree in Special Education preferred.

Non‑exempt

Entry level

Full‑time

Education and Training

Primary and Secondary Education

The Derby Board of Education (the “Board”) will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law (“Protected Class”), except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.