Job Description:
Special Education Job Posting
Position:   Special Education Teacher – Grades 07 – Gr. 12 (1 FTE)
Location:  Parish Hill Middle/High School – Chaplin, CT.
Description:  Parish Hill Middle/High School, a small rural community school serving students in Grades 07 – 12 who reside in Chaplin, Hampton, and Scotland, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our team.  This is an exciting opportunity to work in a close-knit, student-centered environment where collaboration, creativity, and individualized support are at the heart of everything we do.  Typical class size at Parish Hill Middle High School is 13 students.
Responsibilities: 

• Designing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs

• Providing direct instruction, academic, and social-emotional support in both resource room and inclusive classroom settings

• Collaborating with general education teachers, support staff, and families to foster student growth and success

• Utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies to support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development

• Supporting transition planning for students and preparing for post-secondary opportunities

• Maintaining accurate records and compliance with all federal and state special education regulations

Qualifications:

• Current Connecticut State Certification in Special Education (Comprehensive Special Education, Grades K - 12), or appropriate endorsement

• Strong understanding of special education law, IEP development, and instructional strategies for students with diverse needs

• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, and families in a small school setting

• Ability to case manage approximately 10 – 12 students with diverse needs

• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Commitment to fostering an inclusive supportive, and respectful learning environment

Why Parish Hill?

• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative school community

• Small class sizes that allow for individual instruction

• Opportunities to build meaningful connections with students, families, and staff

• A welcoming rural setting with strong ties between school and community

To Apply:

• Apply electronically at https://www.parishhill.org/employment-application/
• Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, Connecticut certification, completed application, and three professional references to:

Sarai Ortega,
Parish Hill Middle/High School
304 Parish Hill Road
Chaplin, CT. 06235
Or email application materials to: sortega@parishhill.org
Application Deadline:  Open until filled