Special Education Teacher - Windham High School

Windham High School has a dynamic team of special educators and support staff. We currently have an opening for a special education teacher to support students in grades 9-12, who require support for behavior, emotional, and social regulation. The ability to connect with students and serve as a liaison between students and staff is essential. The successful candidate will be able to provide direct instruction in behavior regulation strategies, executive functioning skills and social skills as outlined in students’ IEPs. Understanding of the function of student behavior is essential as is the ability to create individual positive behavior support plans. Below is a list of some of the essential duties and responsibilities for this position: •Promote student learning and engagement by developing and delivering lessons based on appropriate instructional goals and ongoing assessments, while using a variety of instructional approaches and techniques in the least restrictive environment to meet the varied needs and learning styles of students. •Effectively collaborate and communicate with families, colleagues, and students. •Fulfill case-management responsibilities, such as writing comprehensive IEPs and written notices, in compliance with IDEA timelines and district procedures. •Use ongoing assessments and data collection in order to refine academic and behavioral interventions, assess student growth in relation to goals, provide high-quality, inform instruction, meaningful feedback to foster student learning. •Promote positive student behavior by developing a culture of respect, active student investment and participation, and rapport in the classroom. •Have a reflective and open mindset with a willingness to grow and develop professionally. •Participate in regularly scheduled special education department meetings. •Perform other duties, as assigned by the building administrator, director of student services, or superintendent.