Transition Teacher

Aspireinternaljobboard; Connecticut; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Living & Learning is seeking a Transition Teacher to join the Transition and young adult Self Directed Service Program. The teacher plays a vital role in daily program management, including implementation of individualized plans and supervision of Behavior Therapists.

The position requires CT Certification, a relevant degree, supervisory experience, and strong communication with families and districts. Hours are 40 per week, Mon-Fri 8a-4p, with a salary range of $65,000–$75,000.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred; Bachelor's degree required.
• Certification in general or special education in CT.
• Maintain active CT Certification in good standing.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, school districts, and staff.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; CT-SEDS preferred.
• Satisfactory background checks.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized plans within the Transition and Self Directed Service Program.
• Supervise Behavior Therapists to ensure program needs are met.
• Coordinate with parents, school districts, and staff across the organization.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel,

PowerPoint

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree required

CT Certification in general or special education

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

CT-SEDS

Job description

Aspire encourages internal mobility and supports employees in exploring growth opportunities across the organization.

The only exception is an in-program, same-role shift change, which should be handled directly with your manager and HR Partner. Please refer toAspire’sInternal Mobility Policy for more information.

Open Positions:

Job title: Transition Teacher

The teacher at Aspire Living & Learning’s Transition and young adult Self Directed Service Program plays a vital role in the daily management of the program, including implementation of each individualized plan and supervision of Behavior Therapists ensuring program needs are met.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree preferred, Bachelor's Degree required
• Certification in general or special education in the state of Connecticut.
• Maintain active and in good standing CT Certification
• Previous experience in a supervisory capacity
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, school districts, and all levels of staff across the organization
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Computer skills required (i.e., proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required; experience with CT-SEDS preferred).
• Must have satisfactory background checks
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Shift:

• 1st

Hours:

• 40

Pay:

• $65,000-$75,000

Schedule:

• Mon-Fri 8a-4p

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class back grounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.