Special Education Teacher

Job Details

Job Location:

ASCEND - NORTH HAVEN, CT 06473

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $54,987.00 - $80,015.00 Salary/year

The ASCEND Program at Mill Road School is seeking a certified Special Education Teacher to join our team.

Our program seeks to.

• provide a challenging, diverse learning environment which meets the individual and diverse needs of each student with special needs.
• to create an integrated curriculum which maximizes the use of technology and social-emotional learning to communicate effectively.
• to encourage partnerships with families and community resources for the purpose of enriching the educational programs
• to ensure a safe school environment through developing, implementing, and communicating clear expectations and guidelines for safety procedures; and
• to support students through graduation with academic and social-emotional needs

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Encourages communication to create a positive working and learning environment.
• Consults with members of the school community, parents and community agencies, demonstrating oral and written communication skills in an effective and responsible manner.

• Assists with the orderly scheduling and implementation of a transdisciplinary program.
• Organizes time, space, materials, equipment, and personnel for effective instruction and/or project completion.
• Develops and/or implements appropriate behavior management strategies.

• Plans instruction to achieve objectives.
• Develops and monitors behavioral objectives to meet learners' needs.

• Participates in PPTs, conferences, meetings and other activities, as assigned.
• Participates in activities for self-growth, evaluation, and on-going professional improvement.
• Supports program and agency goals and acts as an advocate for students, including the maintenance of confidentiality.

• Varies instructional materials, activities and techniques including technological advances, as appropriate.
• Enhances student learning with resources and experiences from other educational and community agencies.
• Demonstrates data collection techniques for improved instructional decision making.

• Connecticut teacher certification in special education required. Will consider candidates who are currently enrolled in a Special Education Teacher preparation program and are eligible for a Durational Shortage Area Permit (DSAP).

• Strong knowledge in Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of the facilitation of reading, writing, and mathematics
• Demonstrates knowledge of standards based instruction and reporting
• Establishes and maintains an environment conducive to learning with groups and individuals

• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to use current and/or appropriate assessment instruments and practices
• Develops clear and specific written documentation of assessment results
• Participates in the on-going evaluation of students
• Maintains on-going assessment of learner progress through written documentation