Special Education LTS

Old Saybrook Public Schools • Old Saybrook, CT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

LTS SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (ANCHOR PROGRAM) QUALIFICATIONS : Connecticut State Certification: #065/#165 Comprehensive Special Education PK-12, or #265 Comprehensive Special Education 1-12 COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: $150 per day first 10 days, then $207.30 - $581.62 per day depending on education and experience Eligible for sick time only if assignment exceeds 140 days APPROXIMATE DATES: October 5, 2026 - November 13, 2026 JOB GOAL : To develop in students those academic, social and emotional capacities that will enable them to become mature, able, and responsible adults

Requirements

• Connecticut State Certification: #065/#165 Comprehensive Special Education PK-12, or #265 Comprehensive Special Education 1-12

Responsibilities

• Implements district curriculum
• Utilizes on going student assessment data to drive instruction
• Plans instruction to achieve teacher and district objectives, and implements those objectives effectively
• Uses a variety of effective teaching techniques and materials
• Demonstrates a knowledge of subject matter
• Communicates effectively with students
• Motivates students effectively, and provides for individual differences
• Monitors students’ understanding and adjusts teaching when appropriate
• Provides evaluative feedback on student performance
• Is available for out-of-class assistance
• Establishes a safe and orderly classroom conducive to effective study and learning
• Provides an environment in which students feel emotionally and physically secure
• Helps students develop positive self-concepts
• Directs and supervises the work of instructional assistants and other support personnel
• Understands the rights and responsibilities of students, parents, and teachers
• Works closely and positively with parents to guide the growth and development of children
• Communicates goals and objectives for both program and students to parents and public, as appropriate
• Provides opportunities for parent/community involvement in the school
• Uses community resources in the instructional program, when available
• Sets realistic goals for self, based on the reality of his/her situation
• Acts as a positive behavior model for students
• Works cooperatively and ethically with colleagues and administration
• Is responsible for self-growth, professional improvement, and ongoing self-evaluation
• Participates in professional growth activities
• Attends staff meetings and shares the responsibility for serving on school and district committees
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies, program, and rules governing student life and conduct

Benefits

• $150 per day first 10 days, then $207.30 - $581.62 per day depending on education and experience
• Eligible for sick time only if assignment exceeds 140 days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed