Special Education or Core Content Teacher

Position Focus :

Reporting to the Director, and with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgement and action, is responsible for the following :

Duties and Responsibilities : Participates in the formulation of an "Individualized Education Program" for each student. Participates in the development of goals and objectives through the PPT process; is responsible for the implementation of goals in a student's IEP as well as the evaluation of progress in goals / objectives regularly. Or, If only content area certified, contributes to the development, implementation and evaluation of the IEP under the direction of a certified special education teacher. Curriculum and lesson planning. Prepares daily instructional plans and materials consistent with subject matter, varying skill levels, particular modes of learning and different affective needs; adjusts and revises curricula based on the individual's needs and the range of needs in each class group; instructs students in groups or individually utilizing a variety of teaching techniques including formal lectures, group discussions, provides a structured and stimulating classroom. environment; maintains student interest; minimizes distractions; utilizes a schoolwide behavior intervention program including a token economy highlighting good choices; establishes achievable goals and objectives; provides positive reinforcement. Serves in the role of Advisor for a select caseload of students. Instructs using classroom technology to provide. Proficient with Google Classroom and Zoom platforms. Utilizes multiple technological platforms to enhance instruction. Serves as a primary contact for parents regarding academic issues / concerns. Provides direction to teacher assistants as needed. Analyzes classroom situations, assesses students' clinical states, and because of these judgements, acts accordingly within a busy and sometimes crisis-oriented time frame. Collaborates actively and routinely with clinical and behavioral staff. Observes, assesses, and communicates students' behavior, cognitive and emotional problems to clinical staff. Implements PBIS interventions across 3 tiers, including positive reinforcement, coaching, and teaching of expectations. Evaluates students' academic performance and progress relative to state standards and individualized goals; advises and councils select students in matters primarily related to academics, and secondarily on related social, emotional, and behavioral issues. Reviews, evaluates, and modifies curriculum on an ongoing basis; recommends modifications in methods and materials; participates in report preparation, ensures that matters pertaining to the protection of student rights are brought to the attention of the Director and clinical staff. Participates in the teacher evaluation process which follows the CT guidelines for Teacher Evaluation and Learning. Participates in relevant professional learning. Drive’s school vehicles to transport Cedarhurst students to and from school related activities as outlined in the Cedarhurst policy on driving vehicles. Will assume any other duties assigned by administration.

Salary is based on a contract negotiated by the Cedarhurst Teachers / AFT and reflects a 10-month work year.

Essential Duties

1. Participates in the formulation of an Individualized Educational Program for each Analyzes each student's specific academic and affective needs based on the student's social behavior, academic performance, previous histories (personal, academic, family).3. Establishes academic goals; devises teaching strategies to achieve goals, evaluates and revises goals and strategies on an ongoing Presents Individualized Educational Program to representatives of local school Prepares daily instructional plans and materials consistent with subject matter, varying skill levels, particular modes of learning and different affective Adjusts and revises curricula based on the individual needs and range of needs in each class Instructs students in groups or individually utilizing a variety of teaching Provides a stimulating classroom environment; maintains student interest; minimizes distractions; enforces Establishes achievable goals and objectives; provides positive Analyzes classroom situations, assesses students' clinical states and as a result of these judgments, acts accordingly with a limited and often time crisis time Observes, assess and communicates students' behavior and cognitive and emotional problems to clinical Implements behavior management plans for all students based on assessments of students social-emotional Evaluates student’s academic performance and progress relative to individualized goals. Advises and counsels select students in matters primarily related to academics, and secondarily on other related problems. Communicates evaluation and problems to clinical Reviews and evaluates curriculum on an ongoing basis. Recommends modifications in methods and materials. Ensures that matters pertaining to the protection of student rights are brought to the attention of the Director and Clinical May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

A Bachelor’s Degree is required. A Master’s Degree is preferred.

Required Skill / Ability 1 :

Classroom management skills.

Required Skill / Ability 2 :

Flexibility and adaptability.

Required Skill / Ability 3 :

Excellent verbal and written communication, problem solving, time management skills.

Required Skill / Ability 4 :

Proficient with Google Classroom and Zoom platforms and able to utilize multiple technological platforms to enhance instruction.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills :

A Master’s Degree is preferred. Experience with students who have social, emotional or behavioral challenges.

Required Licenses or Certifications

Connecticut State Certification in Comprehensive Special Education or certification in any of the core content areas for 7th-12th grade (English, Math, Social Studies, any of the Sciences)

Weekend Hours Required?

Evening Hours Required?

Drug Screen

Health Screening

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Care Worker

This role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects or infectious materials including body substance, contaminated medical supplies, devices and equipment, surfaces, or air. HCW have specific health requirements that must be met prior to starting work, including MMR vaccine or immunity, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or immunity, TB screening, COVID vaccine according to University policy, hepatitis B vaccine or immunity, and annual flu vaccination.

Additional Background or Health Screening Requirements

In addition to the University standard background check completed at time of hire, Cedarhurst also requires a fingerprint criminal background check, an Educational Employer Verification and a DCF background check on hire. An annual DCF background is conducted thereafter.

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The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.