Special Education Teacher, Learning Center, Gr. 6-8, Bristol Public Schools


Position:
Special Education Teacher, Learning Center, Gr. 6-8

Job ID:
3697

County:
CREC


Posted:
March 22, 2024




Contact Information:
Bristol Public Schools
129 Church Street
Bristol, CT 06010
District Website

Contact:
Amy Devine
Phone: 8605847018
Fax:
District Email


Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Other duties may be assigned.

 Plan and implement academic and clinical IEP goals through continuous assessment of each student.
 
Have knowledge and an ability to apply a developmentally focused classroom structure.
 
Develop and implement an integrated curriculum by sharing ideas, materials and methods with professional colleagues.
 
Demonstrate knowledge and application of subject matter in areas of specialization.
 
Assess students' abilities and craft teaching plans; Plan daily lessons to provide a variety of learning experiences.

Find engaging activities to teach skills (i.e. drawing and theater drama)
 
Vary instructional material and activities through a multi-modality approach.
 
Develop and implement an effective behavior management program that meets the overall goals of the program.

Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict

Monitor children's behavioral patterns and arrange appropriate interventions if needed
 
Maintain appropriate student records and submit required reports within a designated time period.
 
Work with teachers in various disciplines.
 
Work cooperatively with parents to maintain ongoing communication and provide support and resources when necessary.

Adapt learning materials to students' needs

Keep track of and reflect on students' needs
 
Perform educational testing and evaluations in order to assess students’ needs.
 
Actively participate in a transdisciplinary model and demonstrate strong collaboration skills.
 
Integrate the clinical group goals and objectives into the educational curricula.
 
Actively participate in staff development activities to foster professional and personal growth.
  
Develop student awareness and self-respect by fostering experiences that encourage students to achieve realistic and personal goals.

Prepare students for transition to the next grade

Inform parents about their children's performance and potential problems

Participate in ongoing performance evaluations.
 
Maintain professional competence through in-service education provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.
 
Serve on faculty and curriculum committees.

Implement individual education program for special needs students.



Other:

SALARY:       As per negotiated contract
 
DATE OF SERVICE:   ASAP
           
APPLICATION:        If you are currently employed by the Bristol Board of Education as a teacher, please complete an internal application online by 4:00 p.m. on March 26, 2024.
 
All others please fill out an online application at www.applitrack.com/bristol/onlineapp