ES Special Education Teacher
Position Type:Student Support Services/LD/ED TeacherDate Posted:4/1/2026Location:East Haddam Elementary SchoolDate Available:08/24/2026Closing Date:Until FilledPOSTING DATE: April 1, 2026POSITION: Elementary Special Education Teacher East Haddam Elementary SchoolAVAILABLE: 2026/2027 School YearSALARY/BENEFITS: Per East Haddam Education Association ContractCLOSING DATE: Open Until FilledREQUIREMENTS:Current comprehensive special education (165) Connecticut teaching certificate requiredIEP data collection knowledgeWorking knowledge of CTSEDSElementary school special education experience preferredDesire to work as part of a team with a dedicated group of professionalsEast Haddam Elementary School is seeking a dynamic special educator to join our team starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The selected candidate will provide individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals for students in grades K 3 within a structured and supportive classroom environment. Instruction will be guided by ongoing data collection and progress monitoring to ensure student growth, with a focus on developing foundational reading and math skills through engaging, evidence-based practices. The teacher will implement positive behavior supports tailored to individual student needs and demonstrate a strong understanding of developing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs. Responsibilities also include administering and interpreting assessments to inform instruction and collaborating closely with general education teachers, related service providers, and families to support each student's success.Responsibilities include:Provide specially designed instruction aligned with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and objectivesDeliver instruction in early literacy, numeracy, and functional academic skills using evidence-based practicesDifferentiate instruction to meet diverse learning, developmental, and behavioral needsCollect, analyze, and use student data to inform instruction and track progressImplement positive behavior supports and individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs)Create and maintain a structured, supportive, and inclusive classroom environmentAdminister and interpret academic and diagnostic assessmentsCollaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and access to grade-level curriculumWork closely with related service providers (e.g., speech, occupational therapy, counseling)Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, needs, and strategies for supportPrepare and maintain accurate documentation, including IEPs, progress reports, and service logsParticipate in PPT/IEP meetings and contribute to team decision-makingAdapt and modify curriculum materials to meet student needsSupport the development of social-emotional, communication, and independent living skillsEnsure compliance with state and federal special education regulationsSupervise and collaborate with paraprofessionals and support staffQUALIFICATIONSCurrent comprehensive special education (165) Connecticut teaching certificate requiredIEP data collection knowledgeWorking knowledge of CTSEDSElementary school special education experience preferredDesire to work as part of a team with a dedicated group of professionals!The East Haddam Board of Education seeks employees of diverse backgrounds and is an equal opportunity employer for all persons without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or physical disabilityAttachment(s):Enter file description