Full Time Special Education Teacher (1.0)

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly motivated, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look forward to meeting you! POSITION: Full Time Special Education Teacher (1.0) LOCATION: Newtown High School START DATE: Immediately SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary step placement made in accordance with the Newtown Public Schools Teachers' Contract. Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, no-cost district provided life insurance, paid sick and personal leave, tuition reimbursement program, 403(b) and 457 tax sheltered annuity plans, paid professional development opportunities, employee assistance program. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide direct instruction to students requiring special education through self- contained and general education settings Serve as case manager for special education students Work collaboratively with paraprofessionals Provide consultation services to regular education staff QUALIFICATIONS: Connecticut Certification as a Special Education Teacher 065, 165, 265 APPLICATION: Interested candidates are invited to apply online through the following link: https://www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp/default.aspx The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, status as a domestic violence victim or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.