Job Description:
REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT #10
2025-2026
Harwinton and Burlington are serene townships nestled amidst state forests and parks bordering the Farmington Valley to the south and the Litchfield Hills to the north. The towns share a border with Farmington, Avon, Bristol to the South/West and Litchfield and Torrington to the North. Despite their quiet country feel, the towns are within easy driving access to the Hartford region. We look forward to receiving your candidacy and we welcome a diverse candidate pool!
Position: 1.0 FTE Special Education Teacher / RISE Program
Location: Lewis Mills High School
Reports to: Building Administrator/Special Education Director
Starting Date: With the commencement of the 2025-2026 school year
The Special Education Teacher for the RISE Program is a key member of our school’s social, emotional, and behavioral support team. Region 10 supports high school students who require increased social/emotional/behavioral support to be successful in the public-school environment through our RISE teacher and staff. Our goal is to Realize Individual Student Excellence by providing increased behavioral support and promoting prosocial engagement within the school community. The continuum of supports available focuses on increasing skills and strategies to improve social, academic and emotional functioning. Emphasis is placed on building the student’s self-esteem, self-confidence and skills to promote success and general wellbeing, which is critical for integration into the community and educational advancement. The position works in collaboration with our Student Support Team including our Special Education Coordinator, BCBA, School Social Workers, School Psychologist, Behavior Techs, and School Counselors.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge and experience in a combination of the following areas:
§ CT Endorsement 065, 165, or 265-Comprehensive Special Education Teacher
§ Expertise in Behavior Management, Trauma Informed Practices, and Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Skill Development.
· Ability to prepare student specific plans and develop creative teaching and learning activities which reflect sound teaching principles and meet physical, emotional, and educational needs of students.
· Provide a classroom environment that effectively supports the instructional program and activities, and that supports the needs of each student.
· Develop and maintain a professional relationship with ongoing dialog and collaboration with parent/caregiver/guardian regarding student's progress.
· Supervise and support behavior technicians and paraprofessionals. Provide clear communication, plans, and modeling to these professionals and collaborate extensively to ensure student progress.
· Strong collaboration, communication, case management and organization skills are essential for this position. This position must provide strong case management for students across grade levels with multiple teachers and providers.
Date Posted: May 22, 2025 Application Closing Date: When filled
Application Procedure: Please apply on-line at www.region10ct.org.
Internal Candidates: Complete an updated resume and letter of interest through Frontline by the closing of the posting. Emails of interest directed at Administrators will not be considered.
External Candidates: When completing an application online, please be sure to include a cover letter, resume, proof of certification, transcripts and three letters of recommendation as a full portfolio for consideration.
Regional School District #10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and by policy does not discriminate against a person because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin and handicap or gender identity.