TEACHER SPED - SPEC ED TEACH

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This position is eligible for the Teacher's Retirement Board (TRB) Pension Program!

Position Summary:

The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for teaching students in the Whitney Hall School program. Teachers work in a special education environment, self-contained classroom setting, servicing grades K-12. This position will be accountable to the Principal and the Vice President of Education and will work with the entire Children's Center of Hamden staff regularly.

Work Schedule:
Work schedule is based on the school year calendar plus an additional 5-week summer program.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and success of our employees. Our benefits include:

1. Health Insurance: We provide a range of health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, to ensure our employees and their families have access to quality healthcare. We also offer 100%. Employer paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance and LD&D.
2. Retirement Savings: We offer a competitive retirement savings plan, including employer contributions, to help our employees plan for their future and achieve their long-term financial goals.
3. Paid Time Off: We believe in the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, personal and 13 paid holidays.
4. Professional Development: We invest in the growth and development of our employees through ongoing training and professional development opportunities, to help them reach their full potential and advance in their careers.
5. Wellness Programs: We promote a culture of wellness and support our employees' physical and mental well-being through our On-Agency wellness center and other resources to help them thrive both inside and outside of the workplace.
6. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We provide access to confidential counseling and support services through our Employee Assistance Program to assist our employees with personal or work-related challenges they may face.

Requirements:

• CT Certified Special Education Credential #165, or eligibility for Emergency Special Education Teaching Certification is required.
• 2 years of teaching or related experience required.
• Good interpersonal and behavioral management skills.
• Ability to work in a special education setting with emotionally disturbed and learning-disabled children and adolescents.
• Comprehensive and current knowledge of all subjects taught.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction across a range of grade levels.

Location: Hamden, CT, US

Posted Date: 11/1/2024