Our Piece of the Pie Hiring for Special Education Teacher at Hartford, CT Full Time

Job Title: Special Education Teacher

Service Area: Education

Reports to: Director of Academic Services/Principal

Supervises: N/A

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Job Purpose: OPPortunity Academy, the academic arm of OPP is a unique alternative high school in Hartford, CT. At OA we believe that the most important service we can offer to young people is to provide them with authentic opportunities to develop, increase, and exercise their own agency. This means that students MUST be in the driver’s seat when it comes to their own education. They MUST have the freedom to make critical choices, express their authentic voices, and advocate for themselves without fear of judgment. They MUST become the producers of knowledge. This role is responsible for delivering services based on each student’s need and individual education plan (IEP). The teacher will coordinate with certified and non-certified staff to deliver all appropriate services and requirements.

Organizational Values (all employees)

Youth First…all of our decisions are made in the best interest of our youth

Trust…is sacred and essential in all that we do

Respect…for all

Outcomes…that are evidence-based and drive best practices

Integrity …we recognize the importance and value of our organization demonstrating honesty and fairness in all of our programs and services

Equality…recognizing that each person has unique and diverse qualities and strengths

Team Work…we believe that cooperation and team work will enable us to combine our diverse backgrounds, skills, and styles to achieve common goals

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide Special Education Services in accordance with Individual Education Plan for each student.

• Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous lessons, according to students’ needs and the provided curriculum, where applicable;

• Maintain a positive, safe, and organized learning environment;

• Update grade book on a weekly basis;

• Inform students and families about students’ progress;

• Implement school-wide student management policies within classroom;

• Make parental contact by phone and/or conduct home visits when necessary;

• Attend parent meetings and conferences;

• Chaperone local and out-of-state field trip;

• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork in a timely manner;

• Partner with YDS for the individualized coordination of school-wide programs and services for each student (i.e. tutoring, mentoring, parental engagement, workforce development, and post-secondary educational plans, etc.);

• Demonstrate knowledge and support of school’s mission, values, standards, policies and procedures, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior;

• Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, local board policies, administrative guidelines, and the CT Educators’ Code of Ethics;

• Serve as appropriate role model for school’s colleagues, students, staff, and parents;

• Conduct self in a professional manner during all school meetings;

• Accomplish tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution; Master Degree in education, or special education, is preferred.

CT Special Education Certification

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hartford, CT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Special Education Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location