State School Teacher (12 Months)
About The Position
The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking dedicated and qualified educators to join our team as a State School Teacher. In this role, you will work extensively with teachers and administration to help students improve their learning skills. This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week, with a first shift schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:50 am - 3:20 pm. The position requires Special Education (165) certification. At DCF Education Services (USD #2), we believe every child is a unique individual with the potential to thrive. We emphasize the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of the whole child. The Albert J. Solnit Children’s Center – South Campus in Middletown is a state-run facility nationally recognized for its family-centered care, serving youth facing significant emotional and psychiatric challenges.
Requirements
- Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
- Special education Certification 165.
- Knowledge of the philosophy and methods of education and teaching
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of education for special needs population
- Knowledge of student program needs and goal setting
- Ability to motivate students
- Ability to communicate at the appropriate level
- Ability to establish cooperative relationships with those contacted in work
- Ability to prepare written reports
- Must possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle operator's license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with students with mental health concerns in a hospital setting.
- Experience teaching multiple subject areas.
Responsibilities
- Provide specific strategies for teaching and supporting students with the development of motor skills, language skills, social skills, decision-making, risk-taking, and inventiveness
- Collaborate with classroom teachers as well as support staff
- Monitor student progress
- Coordinate assessments as necessary
- Support student growth through teamwork
- Teaches early intervention, elementary, secondary, special subject and/or special education curricula
- Develops educational plans for individuals and groups material level to students ability
- Sets short and long term goals and evaluates progress of students
- Participates in planning team meetings and case review conferences assessing student behavior
- Relates to professionals in ancillary educational roles
- Maintains student records and writes reports
- May hold conferences with parents or officials concerned with student's performance
Benefits
- Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
- A healthy work-life balance to all employees.
- State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
