<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Duties/Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Identifies long and short-term individual student learning objectives, prepares and writes lesson plans, provides all necessary instruction and assesses student performance. Selects appropriate learning materials including texts, tests, supplements, audiovisual materials and other media </li><li>Develops and maintains a safe and nurturing environment for all learners </li><li>Provides instruction to students using methods and activities which best meet predetermined objectives using scientifically research based resources </li><li>Facilitates student growth in developmental, affective and cognitive domains by promoting student participation in the learning experience, promoting analytical thinking, teaching effective work habits and study skills and providing opportunities for individual achievement </li><li>Interacts with students, parents, LEA and other personnel to ensure accomplishment of educational goals. </li><li>Comply with all company policies and procedures </li><li>Other duties as assigned </li></ul> <p>Additional Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. </li></ul> <p>Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Requires BS/BA degree in Special Education with emphasis in appropriate discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires State certification </li><li>Hold one of CT State Certification Special Education Endorsement (165) as required for position </li><li>Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles </li><li>Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans </li><li>Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students </li><li>Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed </li><li>Ability to organize and coordinate work </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents </li><li>Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth </li><li>Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work </li></ul> <p>TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide transportation to job sites, meetings, trainings, and professional learning opportunities as required.</p> <p>WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?</p> <ul> <li>Group Health Insurance Plans </li><li>Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance </li><li>Long Term Disability & Short Term Disability options </li><li>403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution if applicable </li><li>Flexible Spending Account Pre-Tax Savings for Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose Post Deductible (if contributing to an HSA) </li><li>Comprehensive benefit time package </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Bereavement time & Religious Holidays </li><li>Credit Union Access </li><li>Tuition Reimbursement Program </li><li>Employee Network Groups </li><li>Access to professional learning opportunities with two fully paid courses through CREC University each year, empowering you to expand your skills and advance your career! </li><li>Benefit from our exclusive partnership with Springfield College, offering a 15% discount on tuition for next-level degree programs to support your academic and career aspirations! </li></ul> <p>Based on terms and conditions during your employment, specific to your job classification and collective bargaining agreement.</p> <p>DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:</p> <p>The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>To access the job description and salary range please click https://www.crec.org/careers/jobs.php</p> <p>JOB ID 13489 @ CREC: External Job Opportunities | Careers | Hartford, Connecticut</p>