Experience and expertise in student behavior management and collaborative problem solving; Ability to provide leadership to staff in areas of specialization; Excellent interpersonal skills to consult effectively with teachers, administrators, and parents, in a variety of settings; Very good command of oral and written English language and ability to present effectively to large groups; Ability to write valid IEP's and to follow IDEA procedures; Valid Connecticut Driver's license and reliable transportation for on the job travel; Physical ability to train and/or assist staff in the physical management of students in crisis; Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds in English, Spanish, or other languages related to the job is preferred. Position Purpose: The Special Education Teacher: Administers and evaluates educational diagnostic testing; Performs behavioral observations; Create instructional opportunities that support students' academic, social and personal development; Designs tasks that meet curricular goals, build upon students' prior learning and advance the students toward important learning goals; Collect, graph and analyze academic and behavioral data; Manages students behaviors by successfully implementing de-escalation strategies; Participate in therapeutic holds in accordance with CPI as a last resort; Work with Teacher Support personnel; Assist in providing updated written progress reports as requested by supervisor, other team members and parents.