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Special Education Teacher - Part Time

Employer
Bridgeport Public Schools
Location
Bridgeport, CT, US
Salary
Competitive
  • Position Type:
    High School Teaching/ Special Education

  • Date Posted:
    3/1/2018

  • Location:
    BPS

  • Date Available:
    03/01/2018

  • Closing Date:
    open until filled


  • 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR

    Bridgeport Public SCHOOLS
    45 Lyon Terrace, Room 310
    Bridgeport, CT 06604
    PART TIME SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (TUTOR)

    LOCATION: TBD

    JOB SUMMARY :

    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 IEP Manager to assigned students.
    • Teaching primarily at the middle/high school level for special education students for Math, English, History and Science
    • Current CT Special Education Teacher Certification is required.
    • Schedule/frequency varies based on School needs;
    • Daytime availability preferred.
    • Middle/High School students receive 10 hours/week of tutoring

    Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:
    • Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP.
    • Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
    • Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
    • Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
    • Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.
    • Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:
      • Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises or during school activities.
      • Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect.
      • Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers (i.e., social services, public health, medical providers etc.) regarding the needs of students.
      • Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature apparent or as assigned.
      • Knowledge Skills and Ability Required.
    REQUIREMENTS:
    • Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate special education area.
    • Current CT teaching certification in required content area. Connecticut teaching certification (065, 165, or 265) Comprehensive Special Education K-12 or PK-12
    • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area.
    • Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
    • Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
    • Knowledge and skills in working with children with ADD and behavior and emotional disabilities.
    • Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

    Qualified candidates who wish to apply should access the Bridgeport Public Schools' website:

    www.bridgeportedu.com/teachers

    It is the policy of the Bridgeport Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, present or past mental disorder, mental retardation, or learning ability, in any of its education programs, activities, or employment practices.

    The Bridgeport Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

    3.1.2018

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