The role involves providing individualized and small-group instruction tailored to students' academic and social-emotional needs while collaborating with staff to support at-risk students. Responsibilities also include designing, implementing, and monitoring Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and maintaining accurate student progress records.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a State of Connecticut Special Education Teacher Certification and a minimum of two years of teaching experience, along with a Bachelor's Degree; a Master's Degree is preferred. Successful applicants will be dedicated to student success, committed to education reform, and capable of advocating for equity and high expectations for all scholars.
Excellence Community Schools (ECS) is a K-8 Charter Management Organization (CMO) serving communities in the Bronx, NY, and Stamford, CT. Our approach is built on a nationally recognized model that began with our flagship school, the Bronx Charter School for Excellence, a proud recipient of the National Blue Ribbon Schools Award. Our Mission and Vision Our schools prepare young scholars to compete for admission to and succeed in top public, private, and parochial high schools by cultivating their intellectual, artistic, social, emotional, and ethical development. We accomplish this by offering a challenging and rigorous academic curriculum, which at the earliest grades of has an eye towards college preparation. To achieve this, our schools create a supportive and caring environment that at all times has high expectations of all students. Our commitment extends beyond academics, ensuring each scholar has the guidance and support to thrive in whatever they aspire to achieve in the world. We offer a supportive learning environment that seeks to develop high-level analytic and critical thinking skills in all of our students. Our engaging and rigorous approach is implemented by a collaborative team of teachers. Who We’re Looking For We seek passionate, driven individuals who believe in the power of education to transform lives. Ideal candidates are:
Dedicated to student success and committed to education reform
Proven achievers who lead by example and have a track record of results
Ambitious collaborators who model excellence, hold themselves accountable, and embrace teamwork
Relentless advocates for equity and high expectations for all students
If you’re ready to make a lasting impact and do whatever it takes to ensure every child has an opportunity to reach Excellence, we want to hear from you!
Qualifications
State of Connecticut Special Education Teacher Certification required.
At least 2 years of teaching experience required.
Bachelor’s Degree required.
Master's Degree preferred.
Candidates who do not meet the above requirements will not be considered
Requirements
Provides individualized and small-group instruction to support students’ academic and social-emotional needs.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Employer Match
Paid Sick Leave
403(b) Retirement Plan
Short-Term Disability Coverage
Long-Term Disability Coverage
FMLA
Teacher Mortgage Assistance Program
Collaborates with relevant staff to identify, monitor, and support students who are considered “at-risk.”
Partners with classroom teachers to design, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with special needs.
Utilizes developmentally appropriate and rigorous curricula and instructional materials aligned to grade-level benchmarks and state learning expectations.
Delivers instruction using a variety of strategies that engage students, present new concepts clearly, and encourage exploration, expression, and independent thinking.
Modifies instructional plans as needed to meet the unique learning needs of each student.
Administers, collects, and analyzes qualitative and quantitative assessment data to inform instruction and monitor progress.
Builds strong relationships with families through consistent communication about the progress of at-risk and IEP students, and provides guidance on how families can support learning at home.
Participates in school-wide assessment processes to help identify student needs and inform instruction.
Provides teachers with resources, strategies, and recommendations to support effective intervention and differentiation in the classroom.
Refers students for additional special services when appropriate and follows required procedures.
Participates in IEP meetings to develop, review, and revise student plans and recommend appropriate supports.
Maintains organized records of student progress and ensures reporting is accurate and up to date.
Demonstrates understanding of federal and state Special Education laws and advocates for students’ rights and needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Compensation and Benefits • Salary Range
$52,720 – $114,167, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Health
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement: 403(b) retirement plan – Employer Match
Leave: Paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, and FMLA.
Additional
Benefits: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, plus life insurance.
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