Classroom Teacher / Special Education

Special Education Teacher Chaplin Elementary School anticipates hiring a highly qualified Special Education Teacher who demonstrates skills necessary to provide a safe and optimal learning environment for students with special needs in grades pre-k through six.

The teacher must have a strong understanding of student growth and developmental stages in order to effectively assess student needs and progress.

He/she will work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities: * Demonstrate knowledge of human growth and development * Conduct formal/informal assessments of students * Organize/maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping * Design effective instruction to engage unique learners * Assist staff with implementing student IEPS and BIPs * Serve as a resource to parents and staff, liaison between home and school.

* Help students develop positive self-concept * Facilitates independence of students as learners * Effectively assess student needs and progress * Effectively meet the needs of exceptional students * Establish a positive learning environment * Ability to supervise para-educators * Ability to maintain data and make data-driven decisions Skills / Abilities: * Knowledge of current best-practices, theories and assessment methods * Knowledge of differentiated instruction * Ability to engage in self-reflection with regard to performance and professional growth * Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications: * A Bachelor's Degree or beyond in Special Education * Connecticut Teaching Certificate in 165-Comprehensive Special Education, K-12 To apply for this position, please email Sarai Ortega, Executive Assistant, at: In addition to our application, please include a cover letter, resume, and three recent letters of recommendation.

Chaplin Elementary School ensures equal employment and educational opportunities for its employees and students.

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