Job Location Whitney Academy - Hamden, CT 06517 Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Salary Range $53,641.00 - $78,056.00 Salary Job Shift Day Job Category Education
Are you interested in transforming the lives of students in a collaborative environment?
ACES hasa vacancy for a Special Education Teacher at Whitney Academy in Hamden, CT,
ACES Whitney Academy is dedicated to serving students from ages 14 to 21 who exhibit a range of cognitive, physical, behavioral, language and medical challenges. In addition to its academic mission, the school places a strong emphasis on transition to life and work including self-advocacy and self-determination. These areas establish the foundation for all student programming. The program also functions within the three transition areas (employment, independent living, and community participation), which are foremost in planning for our students.
External Candidates please apply online at www.aces.org Internal candidates should apply via the "Careers at ACES" link on Interfaces
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Successful candidates must possess a strong understanding of teaching strategies inclusive of modifying curriculum, differentiating instruction and classroom management. Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with team members, families and providers is essential.
Knowledge of assessment, IEP components and planning for engagement are needed. Most importantly, we seek a dedicated educator who cares deeply about children and who wants to make a difference in the lives of our students.
CT Special Education certification (165) required.
Will consider candidates who are currently enrolled in a Special Education Teacher preparation program and are eligible for a Durational Shortage Area Permit (DSAP).
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ACES (Area Cooperative Educational Services) is dedicated to enhancing and transforming lives through education, innovation, and collaboration. Serving the Greater New Haven area and beyond, ACES provides a wide range of educational services and programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our communities.
As a regional educational service center, ACES operates as both a non-profit and a service organization. We function as a school district serving more than 2,000 students across three magnet schools, seven special education schools, and five alternative education programs. Additionally, we support many more students and educational professionals throughout the region through our comprehensive Services Division.
We offer specialized education programs for students from preschool through adulthood, ensuring that every individual has access to the resources and support they need to succeed. Our Life Skills program, beginning at age 23, is designed to equip adults with the practical skills necessary for independent living and community integration.
In addition to our educational services, ACES also provides professional development, technology solutions, operational support to school districts, and more, enhancing the overall quality of education in the region. The Open Choice and Magnet School programs provide parents and students with diverse educational options, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth. Our commitment to innovation and excellence makes ACES a vital resource for students, educators, and communities alike.
Together, we are ACES—dedicated to excellence in education and committed to empowering every individual to reach their full potential.
To learn more into about ACES and its impactful initiatives, we invite you to explore www.aces.org.
