Teacher - Special Education

Special Education TeacherThe Special Education Teacher will provide IEP mandated instruction to students in a highly structured and supported classroom environment. IEP goals will be implemented in an environment with data collection serving as a basis for instruction. The Special Education Teacher must have the ability to develop and implement instructional and behavioral management strategies for special needs students. The teacher must also have the ability to teach several academic areas, an understanding of development and implementation of individualized education plans, an ability to administer and interpret a variety of academic and related assessment instruments pertaining to special education. Communication with other colleagues from various disciplines and with parents are essential to student success. Applicants for the position of special education shall be considered on the basis of qualifications.Essential Functions:Follows the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of EducationManages the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environmentPrepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroomMaintains accurate and complete records as requiredConducts parent/teacher conferencesAssesses student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if neededKeeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferencesDesigns instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as neededPlans individual and group instruction to foster academic, social and emotional growthDesigns clear and specific learning assessmentsMaintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learnerMaintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behaviorMaintains ongoing communication with parentsPrepares student education plans in consultation with parents and IEP team membersDesigns instruction, both individual and small group, which parallels the general education curriculumActs as coordinator of IEP implementation with general education staffMonitors student progress, participates in review and revision of IEP, as appropriateFacilitates the independence of the student as learnerAssists other professional staff in diagnosis of learning disorders, development of planned remediation and evaluation of student progressMaintains appropriate student data and other records and submit reports as required by State and Federal lawDemonstrates ability to teach several academic areasDemonstrates knowledge of the subject(s) to be taughtDemonstrates knowledge of human growth/development as related to the teaching-learning processDemonstrates knowledge of special education regulations and guidelinesAssists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materialsEstablishes and maintains professional relationshipsParticipates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievementKnowledge/Skills:Public school experience with students displaying social/emotional/behavioral needsExperience in behavior management (development and program implementation)Collaborative working styleAbility to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsAbility to work effectively with othersOrganizational and problem solving skillsQualifications:Current special education (165) Connecticut teaching certificate requiredIEP data collection knowledgeWorking knowledge of IEPDirect Elementary school special education experience preferredCurrent Physical Management Training (PMT) or Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) trainingFluency in Spanish is an assetDays: Monday FridaySalary: In accordance with the NFT contractNorwalk is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.