Job Description:

Greenwich Public Schools seeks a special education teacher for Greenwich High School.
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) to develop 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, or certifiability, is required (#165)Experience is preferred but not require knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of special education