TEACHER SPED - SPEC ED TEACH

Job Description

Job Description

This position is eligible for the Teacher's Retirement Board (TRB) Pension Program!

Position Summary :

The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for teaching students in the Whitney Hall School program. Teachers work in a special education environment, self-contained classroom setting, servicing grades K-12.

This position will be accountable to the Principal and the Vice President of Education and will work with the entire Children's Center of Hamden staff regularly.

Work Schedule :

Work schedule is based on the school year calendar plus an additional 5-week summer program.

B enefits

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and success of our employees. Our benefits include :

Health Insurance : We provide a range of health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, to ensure our employees and their families have access to quality healthcare.

We also offer 100%. Employer paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance and LD&D.

• Retirement Savings : We offer a competitive retirement savings plan, including employer contributions, to help our employees plan for their future and achieve their long-term financial goals.
• Paid Time Off : We believe in the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, personal and 13 paid holidays.
• Professional Development : We invest in the growth and development of our employees through ongoing training and professional development opportunities, to help them reach their full potential and advance in their careers.
• Wellness Programs : We promote a culture of wellness and support our employees' physical and mental well-being through our On-Agency wellness center and other resources to help them thrive both inside and outside of the workplace.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : We provide access to confidential counseling and support services through our Employee Assistance Program to assist our employees with personal or work-related challenges they may face.

Requirements :

• CT Certified Special Education Credential #165, or eligibility for Emergency Special Education Teaching Certification is required.
• 2 years of teaching or related experience required.
• Good interpersonal and behavioral management skills.
• Ability to work in a special education setting with emotionally disturbed and learning-disabled children and adolescents.
• Comprehensive and current knowledge of all subjects taught.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction across a range of grade levels.
30+ days ago