Special Education Teacher- Ledyard Transition Program

Ledyard Public Schools is seeking a Special Education teacher for our Ledyard Transition Academy (LTA) program. The Special Education Teacher at Ledyard Transition Academy (LTA) is responsible for the development and implementation of community-based transition programming and instruction for students with disabilities ages 18-21 as delineated in their IEPs.

Qualifications:

• Connecticut Special Education Certification required (165, 065 or 265)
• Special education teaching experience preferred
• Valid CT drivers license

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, related service providers, support staff, and other stakeholders, including students and parents/guardians
• Ability to develop and implement standards-based Individual Education plans (IEPs), with a focus on transition planning in the areas of post-secondary education, employment, and independent living
• Knowledge of Connecticut Core Transition Skills
• Knowledge of, or ability to develop an understanding of local and state resources related to transition services; collaboration with appropriate agencies as required
• Ability to assist in the development and implementation of transition-based programming and curriculum aligned with the Connecticut CORE Transition Skills
• Work collaboratively with community partners to develop and maintain job site opportunities
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians and all stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to write accurate and thorough assessment reports and progress reports
• Demonstrated skills in the areas of scheduling, organization, time management, and problem solving
• Supervision and training of job coaches and program staff
• Ability to positively engage students in the learning process, particularly in the area of transition
• Ability to use data to make instructional decisions to improve student outcomes and for progress monitoring purposes

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child.
• Position requires physical movement and walking throughout the day within the community, including entering and exiting transportation vehicles

To Apply:

Applications will only be accepted online. **Review of applications may begin immediately Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website, or Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/ to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.