Long-Term Special Education Substitute Teacher

Darien Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Darien Public Schools is seeking Special Education Teachers for long-term substitute assignments at elementary and high school levels. You will assess students, adapt lessons, and support the development and updating of IEPs to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities include coordinating with teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to implement services, ensuring IDEA compliance, and meeting progress goals throughout the school year. CT certification is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold at least one CT teaching certificate in Comprehensive Special Education (K-12, PK-12, or 1-12 not for elementary).
• CT certification required for employment as a special education teacher.
• Experience with IEP development and IDEA compliance is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assess students’ knowledge and skills to determine strengths and needs.
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of special education students.
• Help develop and update IEPs outlining services and accommodations.
• Develop transition plans for graduation or moving to a new school.
• Ensure services outlined in IEPs are provided and progress is tracked.
• Meet with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators to discuss progress.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals to support students.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA requirements.

Skills

Assessment

Collaboration

IEP development

Education

CT Comprehensive Special Education, K-12

CT Comprehensive Special Education, PK-12

CT Comprehensive Special Education, 1-12 (not for elementary)

Job description

Darien Public Schools is seeking Special Education Teachers for long-term substitute assignments at elementary and high school levels. You will assess students, adapt lessons, and support the development and updating of IEPs to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities include coordinating with teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to implement services, ensuring IDEA compliance, and meeting progress goals throughout the school year. CT certification is required.