Allinc
Special Education Teacher
Stamford, Connecticut
Sponsorship not specified$65k-$95kDetected 26 days ago
LeadershipCommunicationMentoring
About the role
- For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities.
- Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking an enthusiastic Special Education Teacher to join our existing team of highly dedicated and successful professionals.
- This program is a state approved Kindergarten through 12th grade special education school for students referred for both academic and social/behavioral needs.
Responsibilities
- You will also provide direct supervision and delegate responsibilities to assigned Instructional Assistants and one on one ABA Therapists, while working collaboratively with the BCBA and other team members to develop and implement student programming.
- We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis/Precision Teaching/Direct Instruction
- Some experience working with students with challenging behaviors
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of appropriate referral procedures.
- The ability to remain composed and adherent to best practices, even when under duress.
- Valid driver's license required, with at least 3 years of driving experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills, experience using Therap a plus!
Compensation
- $65,000 - $95,000 annually
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
- Professional Growth Opportunities - Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
- With our philosophy based in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis, we use evidence-based instruction and data-based decision making to design, analyze, and modify all interventions in order to maximize student success.
- Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching serve as the primary instructional methods.
- In addition, school-wide behavior support systems are used while critical social and behavior skills are explicitly and directly taught.
Benefits
- At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it.
- Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports.
- We take pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
- 8 - weeks of PTO annually, including personal time, mental health days, and school vacations
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance - Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options - Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
- Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON - Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
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