Job Description:

Derby Public Schools is seeking an exceptional Special Education Teacher for our RISE Room Learning Center for grades 6-8 located at Derby Middle School.

 
Position Overview:
Under the general supervision of the School Principal and Special Education Supervisor, this role is dedicated to maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs. This includes supporting academic growth, enhancing interpersonal skills, and implementing behavior intervention programs. The ideal candidate will implement a district-approved curriculum, document teaching and student progress, address individual student needs, and maintain a safe and conducive learning environment.

 
Essential Functions
Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.

 
Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.

 
Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.

 
Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.

Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.

 
Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.

 
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.

 
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

 
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

 
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

 
Qualifications Profile
 
Certification/License: Comprehensive Special Education 165

 
Education:
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment

 
Master's Degree in Special Education preferred 

 
Experience:
Demonstrated experience working with students exhibiting ADHD, emotional disturbances, autism, and learning disabilities is preferred.