Teacher Special Education (Neurodiverse Program) Long-term Substitute

Your next great opportunity starts here! At New London Public Schools, you'll join a welcoming team that celebrates innovation, values every voice, and empowers you to make a lasting impact on students and the community from day one. Reports to: Principal Salary Range $48,703- $100,722 per year Employment Terms: Full-Time, 10-Month Bargaining Unit: NEW LONDON EDUCATION ASSOCIATION Position Overview: Provides instruction and is responsible for student learning for identified special education students during a particular time period in all core content subjects Typical Duties And Responsibilities Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) by assessing student needs, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams, and delivering specialized instruction that supports academic, behavioral, social, and functional growth. Provide differentiated instruction in individual, small-group, inclusive, and self-contained settings while implementing evidence-based instructional, behavioral, and intervention strategies to meet diverse learning needs. Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to promote student success, support inclusive practices, and ensure appropriate accommodations and modifications are implemented. Monitor, assess, and document student progress toward IEP goals, maintain accurate educational records, and use data to inform instruction and instructional planning. Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment by supervising students, mentoring paraprofessionals, promoting positive behavior, and preparing students for successful transitions within school and beyond. Minimum Requirements Must hold a valid Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) educator certificate with an endorsement in one or more of the following endorsement areas: 051 (112), 053 (112), 065 (112), 165 (112), 265 (112), or another applicable endorsement appropriate for the assignment. Preferred Requirements Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Haitian Creole highly desirable. Benefits: Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, life and disability insurance, and other fringe benefits. Benefit offerings, eligibility, and terms vary by position and are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement, Board of Education policy, and/or individual employment agreement. Additional information is available on the District's Human Resources website. Mandatory Pre-Employment Screening & Compliance Notice: In accordance with Connecticut state law, all offers of employment at New London Public Schools are conditional upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background screening and sexual misconduct background check. Candidates must fully comply with the disclosure and employment verification requirements mandated under Conn. Gen. Stat. 10-222c. Failure to provide the required authorizations, complete the statutory screening process, or meet the district's standards of safety and fitness for employment will result in the immediate disqualification of the applicant or the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO): New London Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and Connecticut state laws, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr New London Public Schools