<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Special Education Teacher -Joshua Center Northeast, Danielson, CT</p> <p>Are you ready to teach in a setting where your time is spent making a real impact-not buried in paperwork?</p> <p>At JCNE, we believe in empowering educators to focus on what truly matters: building meaningful relationships with students and helping them thrive. Our therapeutic day school serves students with emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges who haven't found success in traditional settings. Here, your work directly contributes to transforming lives.</p> <p>Why You'll Love Working Here:</p> <p>Small Caseloads - Max of 8 students per teacher</p> <p>High Staff-to-Student Ratio - More time for individualized support</p> <p>Less Paperwork, More Teaching - Streamlined documentation so you can focus on students</p> <p>Collaborative Environment - Work alongside clinicians, counselors, and support staff</p> <p>Therapeutic Focus - Integrate emotional and behavioral support into daily instruction</p> <p>Professional Growth - Ongoing training and development opportunities</p> <p>What You'll Do:</p> <p>Deliver differentiated instruction tailored to students' academic and emotional needs</p> <p>Develop and implement IEPs with support from a multidisciplinary team</p> <p>Use trauma-informed and positive behavioral strategies to foster growth</p> <p>Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment</p> <p>Communicate regularly with families and external providers</p> <p>Support students in transitioning to traditional schools or other placements</p> <p>What We're Looking For:</p> <p>Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field (required)</p> <p>Valid Connecticut teaching certification in Special Education (or ability to obtain)</p> <p>Experience working with students with emotional and behavioral challenges</p> <p>Passion for student-centered teaching and hands-on engagement</p> <p>Strong classroom management and interpersonal skills</p> <p>Commitment to collaboration and continuous learning</p> <p>Benefits Include:</p> <p>Competitive salary</p> <p>Health & dental insurance</p> <p>Employer-paid retirement plan & 401 savings</p> <p>Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 per year. The maximum federally allowed amount.)</p> <p>Paid time off & holidays</p> <p>Voluntary benefits including vision and pet insurance</p> <p>Ready to Make a Difference?</p> <p>Visit NatchaugSchools.org to learn more.</p> <p>If you are interested please send your resume to Principal, Brynn Lipstreu at Brynn.Lipstreu@hhchealth.org. Or, if you have any questions prior to sending your resume, please feel free to reach out.</p> <p>We are proud to be a Title IX and EEO Employer.</p>