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Classroom Teacher / Special Education SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Certificate: Comprehensive Special Education, Grades K-12 (165)

Connecticut REAP

  • putnam, CT
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the students educational experience prepares them for the real world. The ideal candidate will creatively collaborate with support staff to design engaging learning experiences that promote student growth, achievement, and real-world preparation.

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    Locationputnam, CT

    Description

    Job Description:

    POSITION: Special Education Teacher (Grades 1 - 4)

    Putnam Elementary School seeks an innovative Special Education Teacher to help shape student-centered programs for grades 1 through 4. The ideal candidate will creatively collaborate with support staff to design engaging learning experiences that promote student growth, achievement, and real-world preparation. We are looking for an educator skilled in fostering a supportive environment where every student can reach their full potential. Putnam Elementary School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the students educational experience prepares them for the real world.

    MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • IEP Implementation:Design, implement, and track individualized education plans tailored to student needs and abilities.
    • Assessment & Data:Administer diagnostic assessments to guide differentiated instruction and measure progress.
    • Behavioral Support: Utilize proactive de-escalation techniques and foster a safe, supportive classroom culture focused on positive behavior.
    • Collaboration: Work closely with general education teachers, related service providers, paraeducators, and families.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Certification: Valid CT Certification in Comprehensive Special Education (165, 065, or 265), or eligibility for certification.
    • Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of elementary specialized instruction, de-escalation strategies, classroom management, and IEP management.
    • Background Check: Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and meet all district employment requirements

    START DATE: Immediate Opening

    RATE OF PAY & BENEFITS: Determined by contractual agreement

    APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

    EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org

    INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to Kaye Jakan, Principal, and Rebecca Lopes, Director of Student Services

    APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

    Equal Opportunity Employer

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