Special Education Vocational Teacher
About The Position
Solterra Academy provides comprehensive special education services for students ages 5 to 22 who require intensive intervention due to severe emotional, behavioral, cognitive, developmental, and/or learning challenges. We are committed to creating a structured, therapeutic, and developmentally appropriate environment that supports each student’s growth, independence, and long-term success. Solterra Academy is seeking a 10-month, Full-Time, Exempt Special Education Vocational Teacher to design and deliver meaningful pre-vocational, vocational, and career-readiness experiences for students. This role focuses on life skills, career exploration, employment readiness, and transition planning, while fostering a safe and supportive learning environment through PBIS and TCI practices. School Year Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM. (In-Person) Mandatory Summer Session: Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (In-Person) Please note: This position requires a year-round commitment, including both the regular school year and our summer session. We do not offer summer-only employment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Level: BA Degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university required.
- Master's Level: MA degree in Education from an accredited college or university.
- DSAP Level: BA degree from an accredited college or university with at least 12 credits in special education and current enrollment in SPED certification program.
- All Levels: Minimum of one year of experience in a special education classroom preferred. Some experience with ED population required.
- BA and MA Level Valid CT 165 certification from CT SDE
- CPR certification required (training provided by Solterra Academy).
- Certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention required with the first training course provided after hire date (training provided by Solterra Academy).
- Summer School Participation, hours are 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement IEP goals and objectives using SMART criteria
- Track and document student progress toward vocational and transition goals
- Conduct annual and triennial vocational assessments
- Collaborate with students, families, school teams, and external agencies (LEA, BRS, DDS) to develop Individual Transition Plans (ITPs)
- Prepare for and participate in PPTs and team meetings
- Submit progress reports and report cards by established deadlines
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated instruction in life skills, career exploration, and employment skills
- Complete behavioral incident reports and restraint/seclusion documentation in a timely manner
- Supervise vocational support staff, job coaches, and classroom assistants
- Provide feedback and communicate concerns to administration as needed
- Oversee the collection and entry of academic and behavioral data
- May serve as a mentor or cooperating teacher when requested
- Participate in school events, professional development, and evaluation processes
- Support Solterra Academy’s mission, vision, and programmatic growth
- Supervise community-based vocational placements in collaboration with families and the Community Placement Liaison
- Implement PBIS and TCI strategies with fidelity
- Follow and support student Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Maintain professional boundaries and use therapeutic communication
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and patience in all student interactions
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Job Type
Full-time
