Job Description
Make a meaningful impact in a specialized classroom setting, working with young learners in a life skills program. This contract opportunity focuses on providing high-quality education and support for PreK through 3rd grade students in a dedicated environment. You'll collaborate with a strong support team, including 1:1 paraeducators, a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), and ongoing BCBA guidance. The classroom uses discrete trial instruction to help each student achieve measurable growth.
Desired Qualifications:
- Active Special Education Teacher Certification in Connecticut
- Experience teaching or supporting PreK-3rd grade students
- Background working in life skills or self-contained classrooms preferred
- Strong ability to implement individualized education plans (IEPs)
- Comfortable collaborating with a diverse multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging instruction tailored to each students unique needs
- Collaborate daily with paraeducators, RBT, and BCBA for effective interventions
- Develop, implement, and track progress toward IEP goals
- Employ discrete trial teaching and other evidence-based practices
- Foster a supportive, structured, and positive classroom atmosphere
- Maintain timely documentation on student performance and behavior
- Communicate regularly with families, therapists, and related service providers
What Youll Enjoy:
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a focused caseload of 6 students
- Contract assignment starting ASAP through June 14, 2027, with a consistent schedule of 32.5 hours per week (Monday through Friday)
- Highly competitive compensation paid weekly
- Comprehensive insurance offerings, including medical, dental, vision, and life
- Matching 401k retirement savings
- Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care needs
Bring your expertise and passion for special education into a collaborative, resource-rich setting dedicated to student success. Take the next step in your career and apply today to be part of a supportive community making a difference every day!
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.34 to $48.34. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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