Special Education Teacher

Aspire Living & Learning is seeking a Special Education Teacher to be responsible for managing a caseload up to 10 students within a classroom, including implementation of academic and behavior programming and overseeing the implementation of each student’s IEP. You will also provide direct supervision and delegate responsibilities to assigned Instructional Assistants and one on one ABA Therapists, while working collaboratively with the BCBA and other team members to develop and implement student programming. Open Positions Job title: Special Education Teacher House Name: Stamford Academy Shift: 1st Hours: 40 Schedule: M-F 7a-3p Pay: Starting at $65,000 per year Qualifications CT certification in special education, DSAP or Long-Term Substitute Eligible Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis/Precision Teaching/Direct Instruction Some experience working with students with challenging behaviors Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Knowledge of appropriate referral procedures. The ability to remain composed and adherent to best practices, even when under duress. Valid driver’s license required, with at least 3 years of driving experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills, experience using Therap a plus! Empathy, enthusiasm, and a passion and dedication for helping others. Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive, and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr