Special Education Teacher in Bethany, CT

Job Description

Job Description

Make a meaningful impact in a specialized classroom setting, working with young learners in a life skills program. This contract opportunity focuses on providing high-quality education and support for PreK through 3rd grade students in a dedicated environment. You'll collaborate with a strong support team, including 1:1 paraeducators, a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), and ongoing BCBA guidance. The classroom uses discrete trial instruction to help each student achieve measurable growth.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active Special Education Teacher Certification in Connecticut
• Experience teaching or supporting PreK-3rd grade students
• Background working in life skills or self-contained classrooms preferred
• Strong ability to implement individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Comfortable collaborating with a diverse multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging instruction tailored to each student’s unique needs
• Collaborate daily with paraeducators, RBT, and BCBA for effective interventions
• Develop, implement, and track progress toward IEP goals
• Employ discrete trial teaching and other evidence-based practices
• Foster a supportive, structured, and positive classroom atmosphere
• Maintain timely documentation on student performance and behavior
• Communicate regularly with families, therapists, and related service providers

What You’ll Enjoy:

• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a focused caseload of 6 students
• Contract assignment starting ASAP through June 14, 2027, with a consistent schedule of 32.5 hours per week (Monday through Friday)
• Highly competitive compensation paid weekly
• Comprehensive insurance offerings, including medical, dental, vision, and life
• Matching 401k retirement savings
• Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care needs

Bring your expertise and passion for special education into a collaborative, resource-rich setting dedicated to student success. Take the next step in your career and apply today to be part of a supportive community making a difference every day!

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.34 to $48.34. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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