Classroom Teacher / Activities

Job Description:

Special Education Teacher - Complex Needs

New Canaan High School

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the special education administrator, the special education teacher works alongside a skilled team of professionals to develop and provide specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with complex learning profiles including autism.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct instruction to students requiring special education

• Participate in the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and Behavior Management Plans

• Prepare progress reports and year-end evaluations, administer pre-tests and post-tests as appropriate and necessary

• Work with team to conduct multidisciplinary evaluations as appropriate

• Maintain appropriate student records, IEPs, data, and evaluation reports on assigned students

• Coordinate schedules of students receiving special education instruction with other staff members and administration

• Coordinates and manages Teaching Assistants' responsibilities and schedules

• Maintain appropriate and on-going communication with administration, staff, parents/guardians

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds, or is eligible for, Connecticut State Certification as a Special Education Teacher

• Experience with students of varied abilities, including students on the Autism spectrum

• Experience with the collection and analysis of data to inform instruction

Please complete the online application on our district website www.ncps-k12.org and upload a cover letter, resume, transcripts and three letters of recommendation.