Special Education Teacher

The ASCEND Program at Mill Road School is seeking a certified Special Education Teacher to join our team.

Our program seeks to.

• provide a challenging, diverse learning environment which meets the individual and diverse needs of each student with special needs.
• to create an integrated curriculum which maximizes the use of technology and social-emotional learning to communicate effectively.
• to encourage partnerships with families and community resources for the purpose of enriching the educational programs
• to ensure a safe school environment through developing, implementing, and communicating clear expectations and guidelines for safety procedures; and
• to support students through graduation with academic and social-emotional needs

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

Communication

• Encourages communication to create a positive working and learning environment.

• Consults with members of the school community, parents and community agencies, demonstrating oral and written communication skills in an effective and responsible manner.

Management

• Assists with the orderly scheduling and implementation of a transdisciplinary program.

• Organizes time, space, materials, equipment, and personnel for effective instruction and/or project completion.

• Develops and/or implements appropriate behavior management strategies.

Planning

• Plans instruction to achieve objectives.

• Develops and monitors behavioral objectives to meet learners' needs.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participates in PPTs, conferences, meetings and other activities, as assigned.

• Participates in activities for self-growth, evaluation, and on-going professional improvement.

• Supports program and agency goals and acts as an advocate for students, including the maintenance of confidentiality.

Instruction

• Varies instructional materials, activities and techniques including technological advances, as appropriate.

• Enhances student learning with resources and experiences from other educational and community agencies.

• Demonstrates data collection techniques for improved instructional decision making.

Qualifications

Connecticut teacher certification in special education required. Will consider candidates who are currently enrolled in a Special Education Teacher preparation program and are eligible for a Durational Shortage Area Permit (DSAP).

Other Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge in Autism Spectrum Disorders

• Demonstrates knowledge and application of the facilitation of reading, writing, and mathematics

• Demonstrates knowledge of standards based instruction and reporting

• Establishes and maintains an environment conducive to learning with groups and individuals

Assessment

• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to use current and/or appropriate assessment instruments and practices

• Develops clear and specific written documentation of assessment results

• Participates in the on-going evaluation of students

• Maintains on-going assessment of learner progress through written documentation

Internal candidates please apply via the "Careers at ACES " link on Interfaces. External candidates please apply via the ACES' website, www.aces.org.