Preschool Special Education Teacher

Norwich Public Schools•Norwich, CT

About The Position

Responsible for delivering academic services based on each students’ needs that demonstrates an understanding of culturally responsive pedagogya in a rigorous, NAEYC Accredited, public school, Early Childhood learning environment.

Requirements

Valid CT State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement for Preschool Special Education
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of CT ELDS NAEYC criteria needed
Physical ability to train and/or assist staff in physical management of students in crisis.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Identify and provide long term and short term objectives for the physical, social and emotional needs of children in planning their educational needs
Ability to write and implement student IEP’s.
Effectively meet the objectives of the Norwich Board of Education Early Childhood Curriculum
Prepare well-planned lessons consistent with goals and objectives of school and system
Effective in presenting lessons
Possesses good classroom management and discipline
Creates a relaxed environment in which students react and interact
Select and employ a variety of teaching techniques in presenting materials to students
Provide opportunities for creative and independent work
Use test information for diagnostic and modification purposes
Demonstrate knowledge and application of subject matter
Utilize the opportunities for professional improvement through self-study, workshops, course work or in-service training
Recognize and provide for individual differences among students
Cooperate and maintain harmonious relationships with co-workers and administrators by sharing ideas and instructional methods
Contribute to committees and faculty meetings
Show self confidence and ability to lead classroom staff
Maintain accurate records and submit required reports within designated time limits
Ability to write valid IEP’s and to follow IDEA and 504 procedures.
Physical ability to train and/or assist staff in physical management of students in crisis.
Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons.
Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education and special education law and appropriate instructional subjects.
Facilitate team processes including problem solving, pre-referral intervention, and IEP development for students with disabilities.
Instruct and direct assigned instructional assistants to maximize delivery of instructional services.
Collects appropriate student performance data for determining the extent to which student IEP goals and objectives are achieved.
Teacher will seek out opportunities for professional development to enhance content knowledge and pedagogical skills.