Classroom Teacher​/Special Education

Position: Classroom Teacher / Special Education
Job Description:

Benhaven School, an approved private special education school in Wallingford CT, is looking for a CT certified special education teacher. (DSAP's encouraged to apply.) Benhaven provides educational services to students with autism and intellectual disability in the areas of social/behavioral development, functional academics, ADL, communication and vocational training in both school and community settings. Our high-need students range from ages 5 to 22.

Benhaven values professional development, providing its own professional development opportunities as well as granting professional days and expenses paid to relevant conferences. We are looking for a highly skilled, enthusiastic individual who is innovative, hardworking and enjoys being part of a team. Benhaven is a 12 month school program; teachers work 37.5 hours a week. Responsibilities:

-Develop IEP (incl. transition planning & behavior support plans) in collaboration with team members for 5-7 students
-Implement IEP
-Oversee training and implementation of student programs with para educators.

-Communicate and collaborate regularly with families, related services, residential & medical staff regarding student progress
-Organize and coordinate classroom, student and van schedules.

Qualifications:

-CT special education certification (DSAP's encouraged to apply)
-Strong leadership and classroom management skills
-Commitment to positive programming for students with challenging behavior
-Excellent team skills
-Expertise teaching students with autism/ commitment to continued development of skills
-Excellent oral and written communication. Compensation:

-Competitive salary commensurate with years certified and level of education achieved.

-Medical & dental insurance offered
-Life insurance
-Flexible spending option
-Retirement plans
-Time off package.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Send cover letter, resume and copy of CT certification to Benhaven School: jvaughan or Jennie Vaughan, Benhaven School, 125 North Plains Industrial Rd, Wallingford CT, 06492 EOE

DSAP's encouraged to apply.

Please reply by clicking on "I am interested in this job."