Special Education Teacher, Pre-K and Kindergarten

Special Education Teacher

Lebanon Public Schools is looking for a special education teacher for our Preschool and Kindergarten students. The goal is to assist our youngest learners who require specialized instruction for academic achievement, social, emotional, and behavioral skills, and/or the life skills necessary to reach their fullest potential. This involves a team approach with general education teachers, related services providers, and para educators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct, systematic instruction in academic, social, communication, behavioral, and adaptive skill areas.
• Design differentiated lessons aligned to IEP goals and the Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards.
• Prepare DTI (Discrete Trial Instruction) books when appropriate and supervise para educators in implementation.
• Serve as case manager for assigned students, ensuring compliance with all special education timelines and documentation requirements.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with related service providers, preschool and kindergarten staff, families, and administrators.
• Supervise and collaborate with para educators to ensure effective implementation of student goals.
• Conduct evaluations, prepare comprehensive reports, and present findings during Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings.
• Experience with Early Childhood Outcomes (ECO) reporting with Brigance and DOTS.
• Attend Birth to Three transition meetings.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and district special education regulations and timelines.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding student progress and class expectations.
• Complete all required administrative duties, including reporting on student performance.
• Think flexibly and adapt to the specific needs of students

Characteristics of strong candidates include:

• Strong communication skills with families, colleagues, and outside agencies
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Educational philosophy that includes responsive/restorative practices
• Knowledge of best practices in early education and special education
• Ability to use instructional technology
• Proficiency in completing developmental evaluations
• Proficiency with IEP development and implementation

Certification:
Comprehensive Special Education, PreK-12; 065 or 165

Salary:
Per Lebanon Education Association Contract

FTE: 1.0 FTE

If you are interested in being part of a team and have experience in early education and special education, please apply to Superintendent Andrew Gonzalez via Applitrack.