Special Education Teacher - $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Specialized Education Services•Wallingford, CT

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About The Position

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) seeks a special education teacher to support students who need academic, emotional, social, and behavioral assistance. The teacher diagnoses and addresses learning and skill gaps, collaborates with school teams and families, and delivers evidence-based learning and instructional models alongside positive behavioral interventions and support. SESI emphasizes personalized guidance, smaller class sizes, innovative instructional environments, and support services tailored to students’ needs. The role serves students from diverse developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The teacher plans instruction, uses assessment data to adjust plans, supports students’ academic and personal development, tracks progress toward goals, and contributes to the school’s daily operations. The position may involve de-escalation, crisis management, and physical restraint when necessary for safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
Valid teaching credential appropriate to the role.
Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
Adaptability and flexibility.
Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often handling up to 50 pounds or more.
Skill in fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotionally demanding situations to ensure student safety and well-being.

Responsibilities

Teach knowledge and skills, build students’ confidence and character, and provide individualized attention.
Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote students’ academic performance.
Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
Collaborate with team members to foster critical thinking and academic rigor.
Apply the school’s behavior support and intervention strategies.
Use de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and team members.
Record and track student growth and progress toward goals; develop and maintain required forms and files.
Participate in daily school functions, including morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties, as well as conferences, meetings, and training.
Work with students from varied developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.