Special Education Teacher

Special Education TeacherGaffney Elementary School is seeking a Special Education Teacher. Anticipated Start Date: To Be Determined For a comprehensive overview of the position, qualifications, and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.Position SpecificationsReports To: Principal.Primary FunctionTo provide an individualized instructional program based upon students' needs as prescribed by the Planning and Placement Team.Qualification ProfileCertification / License Connecticut teacher certification for Special Education.Education Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in special education or other relevant field.Experience Prior special education teaching experience preferred.Skills, Knowledge & AbilitiesDevelops and implements an instructional program consistent with the goals of the district in accordance with the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).Demonstrates a knowledge, understanding and application of the appropriate field within Special Education.Employs a variety of teaching techniques through use of instructional materials and audio visual aids.Uses community resources when applicable and available.Observes students referred to the CST/PPT as necessary.Essential Performance ResponsibilitiesTeaches desirable work habits and encourages students to work to the best of their ability and to take pride in their accomplishments.Creates an atmosphere in which students feel free to express their views.Promotes proper care of instructional equipment and materials.Promotes student self-awareness and self-respect and establishes and maintains the confidence and trust of the students.Provides a learning environment conductive to students' educational development.Reviews all pertinent records and reports concerning referred students.Administers, scores and interprets norm-referenced and/or diagnose tests for referred students.Schedules periodic meetings with both teachers and parents to discuss student progress.Establish criteria for evaluation and use of tests to diagnose student needs and progress.Keep accurate records as required by building, district, state or federal requirements.Additional DutiesContacts teachers of students referred to the program and conducts necessary classroom observation of referred students.Promotes and contributes to the inter-departmental activities and programs.Maintains contact with other staff in relation to students with special needs.Shares professional literature and innovative practices with staff.Contributes to school committees, staff meetings, and other staff efforts.Assists in interpreting the district's instructional program to parents and community.Participates as a member of Child Study Team and Planning and Placement Team.Keeps informed of developments in the field of Special Education.Makes constructive use of personal evaluation.Follows school procedures as established by the principal in accordance with the contract.EquipmentMust be able to use a personal computer and job-related equipmentTravel RequirementsTravel between schools, as needed.Terms Of EmploymentAs per agreement with the New Britain Federation of Teachers.Work Schedule As per agreement with the New Britain Federation of Teachers.Union Affiliation Local 871, New Britain Federation of Teachers.Funding SourceDetermined by position. Job description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Created: 01/2007 Board Approved: Month/Day/Year