Job Description:

Greenwich Public Schools is seeking a special education teacher for Greenwich High School.

Job Description:

The Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives, follows state-mandated due process procedures and functions as the IEP Case Manager to assigned students.

Responsibilities

Complete triennial evaluations for individual students using a variety of assessment methods

Participate as a member of the Planning and Placement Team (PPT)

Develop and implement an annual Individualized Education Program (IEP) in developing the Present Levels of Educational Performance, appropriate goals, and objectives

Employ various teaching strategies, methods, and principles of learning to assist students in achieving their IEP goals

Effectively manage the classroom and student behavior

Collaborate and consult with educational professionals and community service providers

Qualifications

Current CT Special Education Teacher certification is required (#165)

Experience is preferred but not required

Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of special education