Job Description:

Solterra Academy provides comprehensive special education for students aged 5 to 22 requiring intensive intervention due to severe emotional, behavioral, cognitive, developmental, and/or learning challenges. We believe in fostering an environment that is supportive, developmentally appropriate, and tailored to specific individual needs. Our dedication lies in the cooperative, self-motivated, adjusted, and academically accomplished development of each child.

Requirements

• Prepare students' individual goals and objectives in SMART format.
• Implement the IEP as approved by the PPT.
• Submit report cards and IEP progress marks by due dates, proofing and editing as needed.
• Develop a system to track student progress on IEP goals.
• Conduct academic assessments three times a year (i.e., Star 360) to track student progress and inform IEP goals and objectives.
• Prepare for and participate in PPT's.
• Prepare for and participate in Team Meetings.
• Develop written lesson plans and implement engaging, differentiated academic lessons aligned with the Common Core State Standards for all subjects within the classroom.
• Daily communication with parents/guardians via home notes, emails, or phone calls.

Behavior Management

• Implement PBIS practices with fidelity.
• Implement TCI strategies to support students emotionally and behaviorally.
• Implement students' BIPs throughout the school day.
• Demonstrate the ability to set limits and maintain personal boundaries.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in all interactions with students/families.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual reviews and potential bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Generous PTO based on service length for personal, medical, and vacation needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Level: BA Degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university required.
• Master's Level: MA degree in Education from an accredited college or university.
• DSAP Level: BA degree from an accredited college or university with at least 12 credits in special education and current enrollment in SPED certification program.
• All Levels: Minimum of one year of experience in a special education classroom preferred. Some experience with ED population required.
• BA and MA Level Valid CT 165 certification from CT SDE
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire (training provided by Solterra Academy).
• Certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention required with the first training course provided after hire date (training provided by Solterra Academy).