What are the responsibilities and job description for the District-Wide Special Education Teacher-BCHS position at Bristol Public Schools?
POSITION TITLE: CITY WIDE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER,-BCHS 2026-2027 SY
DEPARTMENT: TEACHER
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL SERVICES / SUPERVISOR OF SPECIAL SERVICES
SUMMARY: To provide an innovative and creative learning environment which fosters students' individual growth and development in all program areas.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
Supervises classroom and students (aides, volunteers and parent helpers where appropriate). Performs general supervisory duties as scheduled.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education And/Or Experience
Ability to read, analyze and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write memos, reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents and the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Computer Skills
Basic knowledge and experience with standard hardware and software applications. Ability to use computer for E-mail, word processing, accounting, databases and presentations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Other Skills And Abilities
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and teaching competencies to instructional program. Ability to plan and implement lessons based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents. Skill in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies and the code of professional responsibility for teachers.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to fifty (50) pounds, such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.
SALARY: As per negotiated contract
DATE OF SERVICE: 2026-2027 School Year
APPLICATION: If you are currently employed by the Bristol Board of Education as a teacher, please complete an internal application online by 4:00 p.m. on April 2, 2026. All others please fill out an online application at www.applitrack.com/bristol/onlineapp
05/23/2025 IW/sb
PC #: 50050100
DEPARTMENT: TEACHER
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL SERVICES / SUPERVISOR OF SPECIAL SERVICES
SUMMARY: To provide an innovative and creative learning environment which fosters students' individual growth and development in all program areas.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
- Plan and implement academic and clinical IEP goals through continuous assessment of each student.
- Have knowledge and an ability to apply a developmentally focused classroom structure.
- Develop and implement an integrated curriculum by sharing ideas, materials and methods with professional colleagues.
- Demonstrate knowledge and application of subject matter in areas of specialization.
- Plan daily lessons to provide a variety of learning experiences.
- Vary instructional material and activities through a multi-modality approach.
- Develop and implement an effective behavior management program that meets the overall goals of the program.
- Maintain appropriate student records and submit required reports within a designated time period.
- Work with teachers in various disciplines.
- Work cooperatively with parents to maintain ongoing communication and provide support and resources when necessary.
- Perform educational testing and evaluations in order to assess students' needs.
- Actively participate in a transdisciplinary model and demonstrate strong collaboration skills.
- Integrate the clinical group goals and objectives into the educational curricula.
- Actively participate in staff development activities to foster professional and personal growth.
- Develop student awareness and self-respect by fostering experiences that encourage students to achieve realistic and personal goals.
- Participate in ongoing performance evaluations.
- Maintain professional competence through in-service education provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.
- Serve on faculty and curriculum committees.
- Implement individual education program for special needs students.
Supervises classroom and students (aides, volunteers and parent helpers where appropriate). Performs general supervisory duties as scheduled.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education And/Or Experience
- Bachelor Degree
- (Masters Degree for certain positions)
- Additional credits required for completion of certification requirements.
- Valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate, 165 Comprehensive Special Education, K-12
Ability to read, analyze and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write memos, reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents and the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Computer Skills
Basic knowledge and experience with standard hardware and software applications. Ability to use computer for E-mail, word processing, accounting, databases and presentations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Other Skills And Abilities
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and teaching competencies to instructional program. Ability to plan and implement lessons based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents. Skill in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies and the code of professional responsibility for teachers.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to fifty (50) pounds, such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.
SALARY: As per negotiated contract
DATE OF SERVICE: 2026-2027 School Year
APPLICATION: If you are currently employed by the Bristol Board of Education as a teacher, please complete an internal application online by 4:00 p.m. on April 2, 2026. All others please fill out an online application at www.applitrack.com/bristol/onlineapp
05/23/2025 IW/sb
PC #: 50050100