Science Special Education Teacher

TrulyHired; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401K

Sick time/PTO

Job summary

TrulyHired in Connecticut seeks a dedicated teacher to deliver student-centered instruction in a diverse classroom. The role emphasizes data-based planning, collaboration with support staff, and adherence to IEP and Treatment Plan processes to meet each student's needs.

Candidates should have experience teaching science and special education, hold a valid certification (#065, #165, #265, or #234), and be prepared to participate in PBIS practices and multi-modality instruction.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching science and special education in a classroom setting.
• Certification in special education or related program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a student-centered approach to instruction.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants, Therapists, Social Workers, and school leaders to support students.

Skills

Science teaching

Special education

Job description

Job Description

• Demonstrate a student centered approach to instruction
• Participation in a reflective professional development process
• Meeting the requirements of the IEP/ Treatment Plan process by contributing to a data-based present level of student performance, accommodations, modifications, transitional elements as well as any additional pertinent information based on the student's needs
• Integrating multi-modality instructional approaches in lesson planning and delivery to meet the diverse learning style of students in the classroom
• Prioritizing and promote a safe and secure environment for student learning through utilization of social emotional learning
• Formally and informally collaborate with Teaching Assistants, Occupation/Speech Therapists, Social Workers, Nursing, Behavior Specialists and school leaders regarding student and teacher supports
• Implementing PBIS campus approaches (5:1 praise to corrective feedback ratio, focusing on skill development, utilizing varied approaches based on levels of student behavior) with a high level of fidelity

Job Requirements

• Candidates must have experience teaching science and teaching special education students
• Acceptable teaching certifications: #065, #165, #265, or #234
• All year round school, no more than 70 students enrolled, no medically fragile or wheelchair bound students, contract to internal
• Full benefits package, 401K, sick time/PTO accrual, & more!