Special Education Teacher

Aspire Living & Learning•Trumbull, CT

16h

About The Position

At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it. For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities. Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths. Join our collaborative, mission-driven team and bring your skills to work that makes a real difference every day. Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking an enthusiastic Special Education Teacher to join our existing team of highly dedicated and successful professionals. This program is a state approved Kindergarten through 12th grade special education school for students referred for both academic and social/behavioral needs. With our philosophy based in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis, we use evidence-based instruction and data-based decision making to design, analyze, and modify all interventions in order to maximize student success. Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching serve as the primary instructional methods. In addition, school-wide behavior support systems are used while critical social and behavior skills are explicitly and directly taught. Students receive one on one and small group instruction in skills that are then practiced and reinforced throughout the school day. The philosophy of this program is very simple: Every student can learn given appropriate instruction in the right environment. Our program provides just that! As a Special Education Teacher, you will be responsible for managing a caseload up to 10 students within a classroom, including implementation of academic and behavior programming and overseeing the implementation of each student’s IEP. You will also provide direct supervision and delegate responsibilities to assigned Instructional Assistants and one on one ABA Therapists, while working collaboratively with the BCBA and other team members to develop and implement student programming.

Requirements

CT certification in special education, DSAP or Long-Term Substitute Eligible
Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis/Precision Teaching/Direct Instruction
Some experience working with students with challenging behaviors
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Knowledge of appropriate referral procedures.
The ability to remain composed and adherent to best practices, even when under duress.
Valid driver’s license required, with at least 3 years of driving experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills, experience using Therap a plus!
Empathy, enthusiasm, and a passion and dedication for helping others.

Responsibilities

Managing a caseload up to 10 students within a classroom
Implementation of academic and behavior programming
Overseeing the implementation of each student’s IEP
Providing direct supervision and delegating responsibilities to assigned Instructional Assistants and one on one ABA Therapists
Working collaboratively with the BCBA and other team members to develop and implement student programming

Benefits

8-weeks of PTO annually, including personal time, mental health days, and school vacations
Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options
Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON
403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Generous Paid Time Off - Paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays.
Professional Growth Opportunities - Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more!

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