Stamford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
At The Pinnacle School, we support students with complex learning challenges through tailored academics, therapeutic support, and collaborative problem solving. Guided by resilience, inclusion, and student empowerment, w…
Skills: Special education, Individualized education programs, Progress monitoring, Data-driven instruction, Differentiated instruction
Stamford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
At The Pinnacle School, we support students with complex learning challenges through tailored academics, therapeutic support, and collaborative problem solving. Guided by resilience, inclusion, and student empowerment, w…
Skills: Mathematics instruction, Special education, IEP development, Progress monitoring, Data-driven instruction
Stamford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
At The Pinnacle School, we support students with complex learning challenges through tailored academics, therapeutic support, and collaborative problem solving. Guided by resilience, inclusion, and student empowerment, w…
Skills: Reading Intervention, Multi-sensory Instruction, IEP Implementation, Progress Monitoring, Educational Data Collection
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The English Teacher will provide data-driven, individualized instruction to students with diverse learning needs while maintaining an orderly and supportive environment. They are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and actively participating in the Planning & Placement Team.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in education or a related field and possess a valid Connecticut state endorsement in Special Education or English. A minimum of two years of experience working with special education populations and familiarity with the IEP process are required.
At The Pinnacle School, we support students with complex learning challenges through tailored academics, therapeutic support, and collaborative problem solving. Guided by resilience, inclusion, and student empowerment, we redefine education for every learner. Join us and help students achieve confidence and independence.
As an English Teacher at The Pinnacle School, you will provide engaging, data-driven instruction in a supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping students with diverse learning needs reach their full potential through individualized instruction, collaboration, and evidence-based teaching practices.
Bachelor’s degree in special education, education, Literature, or a related field
Valid Connecticut state endorsement (165): Special Education: Comprehensive (Grades K-12), or (015): English (7-12), or eligibility for certification
Minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching special education student populations with language-based learning differences
Familiar with the IEP process and collection of progress monitoring data
Create and maintain an orderly and aesthetic learning environment that accounts for students social, emotional, and executive functioning need
Commitment to help children of all abilities reach their full potential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative, enthusiastic style to fit with our small-team environment
Deliver high-quality, data-driven mathematics instruction aligned with the school's mission and philosophy
Differentiate instruction to accommodate students' learning styles, abilities, and current achievement levels
Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including Present Levels of Performance, measurable goals, and objectives
Participate as an active member of the Planning & Placement Team (PPT)
Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, teaching methods, and learning principles to help students achieve academic and IEP goals
Collect, analyze, and maintain progress monitoring data to inform instructional decisions
Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays.
Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings.
Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training.
401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources.
Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you.
The Pinnacle School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].
The Pinnacle School is a private day school for college-bound students in grades 2-12. We enable students with language-based learning differences to thrive through small class sizes, differentiated instruction, active problem solving and relationship building. At The Pinnacle School, we focus on creating a caring community that supports students’ academic and social-emotional development. At the heart of our program is an emphasis on building resilience, self-esteem and an enthusiasm for learning. We accomplish this by identifying students’ strengths, creating opportunities for success, and building on these successes daily. Through these experiences, students begin to gain confidence, value their academic success and flourish. Our approach is highly individualized and customized to each student’s unique learning profile. We use a collaborative approach that includes the student as an insightful member of his or her team. By doing so, they learn the important role they have in their own development, become effective self-advocates and reach their true potential. Pinnacle is NEASC-accredited and approved by the Connecticut Department of Education for outplacement. Our students are both privately and district placed and come from Connecticut and New York.
Offices: 201 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, Connecticut 06905, US
The Pinnacle School is a private day school for college-bound students in grades 2-12. We enable students with language-based learning differences to thrive through small class sizes, differentiated instruction, active problem solving and relationship building. At The Pinnacle School, we focus on creating a caring community that supports students’ academic and social-emotional development. At the heart of our program is an emphasis on building resilience, self-esteem and an enthusiasm for learning. We accomplish this by identifying students’ strengths, creating opportunities for success, and building on these successes daily. Through these experiences, students begin to gain confidence, value their academic success and flourish. Our approach is highly individualized and customized to each student’s unique learning profile. We use a collaborative approach that includes the student as an insightful member of his or her team. By doing so, they learn the important role they have in their own development, become effective self-advocates and reach their true potential. Pinnacle is NEASC-accredited and approved by the Connecticut Department of Education for outplacement. Our students are both privately and district placed and come from Connecticut and New York.
Offices: 201 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, Connecticut 06905, US
