<p>Job Description:</p> <p>ACES is seeking dedicated special education teachers who want to make a difference in the lives of our students enrolled in our Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) program at Village School in North Haven, CT.</p> <p>About the position:</p> <ul> <li>ACES teaching positions participate in the CT Teacher Retirement System. </li><li>Each classroom is co led by a certified Special Education Teacher and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This leadership team works collaboratively to develop student IEPs and programming using science-based instruction and the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA). </li><li>Academic, social, life skills, and behavior intervention programs that promote functional independence are the focus of programming. </li><li>Program implementation is delivered through a transdisciplinary team including Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Social Workers. </li><li>This is a 196 day position with an additional 18 days for Extended School Year (ESY) in July. </li><li>ESY salary equal to 10% of annual salary </li></ul> <p>The successful candidate will possess:</p> <ul> <li>knowledge and experience working with a student population with a wide range of academic, behavioral and social challenges. </li><li>leadership qualities and personal characteristics needed to promote learning and building positive relationships with students, staff, parents and district liaisons. </li><li>an understanding of teaching strategies inclusive of modifying curriculum, differentiating instruction, and classroom management. </li><li>strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with team members, families and providers is essential. </li><li>knowledge of assessment, IEP development, and planning for engagement. </li><li>the desire to work in an environment that is collaborative, student centered, and values continuous learning. </li></ul> <p>CT Special Education certification (165) required.</p> <p>Will consider candidates who are currently enrolled in a Special Education Teacher preparation program and are eligible for a Durational Shortage Area permit (DSAP).</p> <p>External applicants may submit an online application at www.aces.org . Internal applicants should apply through the "Careers at ACES" link on Interfaces.</p>