Elementary School Special Education Teacher

Havern School creates confident learners by nurturing the potential of students with neurodiverse learning profiles through the use of specialized, small group instruction and integrated therapies.

This position is for a classroom teacher in a lower school, multi-grade classroom at Havern School, serving students with neurodiverse learning profiles. Our lower school encompasses students in K through 5th grade. Specific classroom assignments will be dependent on enrollment as well as teacher experience, training, and expertise. Havern follows a self-contained model, in which teachers are responsible for teaching all core subject areas.

Instruction is delivered in small groups, with flexibility and differentiation at the core of our approach to meet each student’s unique needs.

• Plan, deliver, and amend as necessary the instructional programs
• Demonstrate a flexible, solution-oriented approach when navigating changes in classroom dynamics, schedules, or team roles
• Collaborate across teams to support smooth transitions for students between grade levels, therapeutic services, or programmatic changes
• Adjust to shifts in school structure or student assignments with a positive and proactive attitude
• Build students’ confidence and self-esteem as you come to know them as learners and individuals
• Participate fully in the life of the school by contributing to and attending school events, supporting advancement/development efforts, and being a representative of the school
• Maintain a classroom that is orderly, organized, and equipped to meet the needs of the program and students, and present a professional appearance to the community
• Communicate with families via conferences, phone conversations, messaging platforms, and emails
• Maintain student notes, anecdotal records, observations, work samples, and any appropriate assessments
• Complete student progress reports three times annually, in October, February, and May
• Assume full responsibility for organizing, scheduling, and leading parent-teacher-student conferences at a minimum of three times annually
• Document reports, discipline, student health, and other professional correspondence as appropriate
• Attend monthly faculty meetings and other team or school-wide meetings as needed
• Take advantage of professional development opportunities and remain current on educational research and best practices
• Engage in self-assessment and work towards professional goals and professional growth
• Play an active role in the admissions process through classroom visits and observations
• Promote enrollment for the school internally and externally
• Support the school and its leadership
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in special or elementary education, Master's preferred
• Commitment to the mission and philosophy of Havern School
• Sensitivity to intellectual, physical, and emotional needs of students
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong organizational and management skills
• Experience in curriculum development, collaborative planning, and team teaching
• Desire and ability to work with children with learning differences
• Believe in each individual’s ability and potential to learn and succeed
• Maintain current knowledge of techniques and best practices in education, and desire and willingness to take advantage of professional development opportunities
• Comfortable with teaching multiple grade levels and adjusting plans based on student progress and team collaboration
• Ability to remain flexible, collaborative, and open-minded in a fast-paced and evolving school environment

Salary: $48,000-$65,000. This is a full-time EXEMPT position. Salary is negotiable based on experience and/or additional qualifications.

Havern School offers a full package of benefits, including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement.

Please look at our website for more information about our school. If you are interested in the position, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs.