Math Teacher

The Pinnacle School • Stamford, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At The Pinnacle School, we support students with complex learning challenges through tailored academics, therapeutic support, and collaborative problem solving. Guided by resilience, inclusion, and student empowerment, we redefine education for every learner. Join us and help students achieve confidence and independence.
As an Math Teacher at The Pinnacle School, you will provide engaging, data-driven instruction in a supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping students with diverse learning needs reach their full potential through individualized instruction, collaboration, and evidence-based teaching practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, education, mathematics, or a related field
• Valid Connecticut state endorsement (165): Special Education: Comprehensive (Grades K-12), or (029): Mathematics (Grades 7-12), or eligibility for certification
• Minimum of two (2) years experience teaching special education student populations with language-based learning differences
• Familiar with the IEP process and collection of progress monitoring data
• Commitment to help children of all abilities reach their full potential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative, enthusiastic style to fit with our small-team environment

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, data-driven mathematics instruction aligned with the school's mission and philosophy
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate students' learning styles, abilities, and current achievement levels
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including Present Levels of Performance, measurable goals, and objectives
• Participate as an active member of the Planning & Placement Team (PPT)
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, teaching methods, and learning principles to help students achieve academic and IEP goals
• Collect, analyze, and maintain progress monitoring data to inform instructional decisions
• Create and maintain an orderly and aesthetic learning environment that accounts for students social, emotional, and executive functioning need

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Extra paid school breaks (for select roles)
• Paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career development programs
• Leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level