Description
Greenwich Public Schools seeks a full-time special education teacher for a new Positive Pathways Program focusing on behavior supports for K-5 students.
Job Description
The Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives, follows state-mandated due process procedures and functions as the IEP Case Manager to assigned students.
Responsibilities
Complete triennial evaluations for individual students using a variety of assessment methods
Participate as a member of the Planning and Placement Team (PPT)
Develop and implement an annual Individualized Education Program (IEP) in developing the Present Levels of Educational Performance, appropriate goals, and objectives
Employ various teaching strategies, methods, and principles of learning to assist students in achieving their IEP goals
Effectively manage the classroom and student behavior
Collaborate and consult with educational professionals and community service providers
Qualifications
- Current CT Special Education Teacher certification, or certifiability, is required (e.g., #065)
- Experience is preferred but not required
- Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of special education
The Greenwich Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.