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Elementary Special Needs Educator

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Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States New Beginnings Family Academy Full time
Job Overview

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

About New Beginnings Family Academy

Established to provide an enriching educational experience, New Beginnings Family Academy ("NBFA") serves students from Pre-K through 6th grade. As a tuition-free public charter school, we are dedicated to fostering:

  • Comprehensive social, emotional, and academic learning grounded in best practices for child development.
  • Small class sizes ensuring personalized attention with two educators in each classroom.
  • A nurturing environment that integrates trauma-informed approaches across all learning settings.
  • Active parental engagement both in and out of the classroom.

NBFA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing the unique contributions of all members of our community, including employees, students, families, and board members.

Mission-Driven Culture:

At NBFA, our staff members thrive in a collaborative atmosphere filled with self-reflective professionals dedicated to transforming the educational outcomes for youth in Bridgeport. Our mission focuses on delivering a meaningful, high-quality education through experiential learning, equipping students with essential social, emotional, and critical-thinking skills necessary for their success.

Position Summary:

The Special Education Teacher at NBFA is expected to fully embrace and advocate for the academy's mission. This role involves providing developmentally appropriate, engaging instruction tailored to the content areas aligned with the teacher's certification, while fostering strong relationships with students to instill a passion for learning. The teacher will also maintain open communication with families, encouraging them to be advocates for their children's education. Compliance with all relevant educational laws and regulations is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement instructional activities that create an engaging learning environment.
  • Identify and adapt instructional materials to cater to diverse student backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
  • Collaborate with fellow educators and intervention specialists to ensure students achieve their IEP objectives.
  • Utilize data-driven insights to guide instructional practices.
  • Prepare and submit timely, developmentally appropriate lesson plans for daily activities.
  • Foster a structured and positive classroom atmosphere that promotes critical thinking.
  • Maintain accurate and efficient record-keeping systems.
  • Communicate effectively with students and parents, both verbally and in writing.
  • Work with colleagues to enhance the overall instructional environment across the school.
  • Engage in school-wide data teams and Professional Learning Communities to share best practices and enhance school performance.
  • Ensure continuous and appropriate student growth in alignment with age, subject area, and program classification.
  • Establish and nurture respectful and cooperative relationships with students, parents, and staff.
  • Take responsibility for achieving school-wide student performance objectives.
  • Meet professional obligations through effective work habits, including punctuality and participation in meetings.
  • Exemplify professional and ethical standards in interactions with students, parents, colleagues, and leadership.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Current State of Connecticut Teacher Certification (051, 053, 065, 165, or 265).
  • Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Special Education; a Master's Degree is preferred.
  • A commitment to mastering the subject matter and openness to constructive feedback.
  • A willingness to provide constructive feedback to support colleagues.
  • Understanding that all responsibilities are subject to performance goals established by the Board and school.
  • A strong belief in the mission of NBFA and a dedication to positively influencing student outcomes.
  • Fluency in oral and written Spanish, French Creole, or Portuguese is encouraged.

Benefits:

  • A supportive work environment.
  • Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, prescription, and vision benefits.
  • Life, AD&D, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Participation in the Connecticut Teachers Retirement Board (CTRB).
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Generous paid holidays and school closures for breaks.
  • Vacation, sick leave, and personal time in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Classification:

Full-Time/Exempt/185 days

Compensation: As per the Collective Bargaining Agreement