Special Education Teacher - $5,000 Sign-On + Impact & Growth

Klingberg Comprehensive Program Services Inc; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

HSA contributions

HRA contributions

Tuition Assistance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Match

Paid Holidays

EAP

Mileage Reimbursement

Free Lunch

Job summary

Klingberg Family Centers is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Raymond Hill School in New Britain, CT. This 10‑month role may extend for a summer program with additional compensation and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree and State Certification in Special Education, with 2–4 years of related experience and required certifications in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and State Certification in Special Education required.
• 2-4 years’ experience in relevant specialty area as a Special Education Teacher preferred.
• Acquisition and maintenance of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention certification required.
• Acquisition and maintenance of CPR/First Aid Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews intake records, treatment plans, and the individual education program of each student.
• Participates in the development and monitoring of a special education program for each student to include PPT/IEP meetings as mandated in state and federal regulations.
• Develops social, behavioral, and community living skills within the academic framework.
• Reviews the treatment goals and objectives of all students assigned to the classroom and consults with appropriate staff members to provide therapeutic responses to each.
• Establishes and maintains a comfortable classroom climate, provides stability, safety, security, and discipline.
• Assures consistent, coordinated treatment within the classroom and fosters the development of confidence and self-esteem.
• Participates in group meetings of Education Program staff to review student progress and to monitor the total treatment plan.
• Participates in conferences with family members, advises concerning student needs, behavior, and progress.
• Modifies education programs as appropriate.
• Participates in the supervision, evaluation, and training of assigned staff assistants.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education

State Certification in Special Education

Job description

Klingberg Family Centers is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Raymond Hill School in New Britain, CT. This 10‑month role may extend for a summer program with additional compensation and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree and State Certification in Special Education, with 2–4 years of related experience and required certifications in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and CPR/First Aid.