Special Education Teacher

Park City Prep is an urban, public charter school, located in Bridgeport, whose mission is to promote academic excellence with a focus on science, technology and math.

We are seeking a full-time special education teacher for grades 7&8. CT certification (or eligibility for certification) in special education is required. Qualified candidates should have successful experience with middle school students and a demonstrated record of implementing successful intervention strategies.

To learn more about us visit our website: www.parkcityprep.org

Position Summary:

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for delivering developmentally appropriate, challenging and engaging instruction in the content area(s) consistent with his/her certification while developing meaningful relationships with students that foster a love of learning. The Special Education Teacher must build and maintain open lines of communication with families to encourage parents/guardians to become education advocates for their children. The Special Education Teacher must comply with state and federal education laws and regulations at all times.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles and special needs.
• Work collaboratively with all Teachers and Interventionists to ensure that children meet IEP goals.
• Prepare and submit developmentally appropriate, on-time lesson plans for daily activities.
• Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures.
• Communicate effectively and regularly, orally and in writing, with students and parents.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment school-wide.
• Participate in school-wide and grade level data teams and Professional Learning Communities to share best practices and help improve overall school performance.
• Assume responsibility for meeting school-wide student performance goals.
• Satisfy professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, attending grade level meetings, performing duties.

Certification, Knowledge and Skills:

• Current State of Connecticut Teacher Certification 051, 053, 065, 165, or 265
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or Special Education; Master’s Degree preferred
• Understand that all work responsibilities are subject to performance goals and/or targets established as part of the Board’s and school’s organizational planning

Salary:

Compensation is commensurate based upon experience and credentials

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Teaching: 3 years (Preferred)
• Special education: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)
• Special Education Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person