Special Education Teacher

ACES is seeking dedicated special education teachers who want to make a difference in the lives of our students enrolled in our autism programs.

• Science-based Approaches to Independence and Life Skills (SAILS) program at the Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders in Northford, CT
• Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) program at Village School in North Haven, CT.

About the position:

• Each classroom is co led by a certified Special Education Teacher and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This leadership team works collaboratively to develop student IEPs and programming using science-based instruction and the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA).

• Academic, social, life skills, and behavior intervention programs that promote functional independence are the focus of programming.

• Program implementation is delivered through a transdisciplinary team including Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Social Workers.

• This is a 196 day position with an additional 18 days for Extended School Year (ESY) in July.

• ACES teaching positions participate in the CT Teacher Retirement System.

The successful candidate will possess:

• knowledge and experience working with a student population with a wide range of academic, behavioral and social challenges.
• leadership qualities and personal characteristics needed to promote learning and building positive relationships with students, staff, parents and district liaisons.
• an understanding of teaching strategies inclusive of modifying curriculum, differentiating instruction, and classroom management.
• strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with team members, families and providers is essential.
• knowledge of assessment, IEP development, and planning for engagement.
• the desire to work in an environment that is collaborative, student centered, and values continuous learning.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must possess strong teaching qualities, care deeply for children and have good classroom management and interpersonal skills.

CT certification as a Special Education teacher (165) 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).

External applicants may submit an online application at www.aces.org . Internal applicants should apply through the "Careers at ACES" link on Interfaces.