Rehabilitation Teacher 1 (35 Hour)

Rehabilitation Teacher 1 (35 Hour) Hybrid Recruitment #260323-6792RT-001 Location Waterbury, CT Date Opened 3/25/2026 12:00:00 AM Salary $58,000• - $76,587/year (•New state employees start at the minimum) Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 4/22/2026 11:59:00 PM

INTRODUCTION

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in education, social sciences, family and consumer science or in a related field? Apply today to become a Rehabilitation Teacher 1 and be part of a fulfilling journey in public service!

THE POSITION

The State of Connecticut, Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS), is seeking a passionate and experienced individual to join the Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB) as a Rehabilitation Teacher 1. In this role, you'll work directly with students who are blind, have low vision, or experience multiple impairments - providing specialized instruction and consultation that empowers them to achieve greater independence, access their education, and build a strong foundation for life beyond the classroom.

HIGHLIGHTS

WORK

SCHEDULE

Full-Time, 35 Hours per Week, First Shift, Monday through Friday

LOCATION

 249 Thomaston Avenue, Waterbury, CT (Responsibilities for this role will include traveling throughout the State.)

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities A healthy work/life balance to all employees

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals; Provide support that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve; Assist our clients so they can achieve success; Make a difference in the public sector; and Work together in a collaborative team environment.

ABOUT US ADS

offers a myriad of programs and services to assist older adults and people with disabilities. Our programs, policies and practices are designed to: Deliver integrated aging and disability services responsive to the needs of Connecticut citizens; Provide leadership on aging and disability issues statewide; Provide and coordinate aging and disability programs and services in the areas of employment, education, independent living, accessibility and advocacy; Advocate for the rights of Connecticut residents with disabilities and older adults; and Serve as a resource on aging and disability issues at the state level.

Meet BESB:

Bureau of Education and Services for the

Blind:

The Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB) is Connecticut's leading agency for serving individuals who are blind or visually impaired. From early childhood through adulthood, BESB provides critical services that promote education, independence, and employment. Our team teaches students how to navigate environments designed for sighted individuals, provides accessible materials and technology, and supports families and schools through collaboration and expertise. Joining BESB means becoming part of a mission-driven team that helps children and young adults reach their full potential through specialized instruction, advocacy, and meaningful connection.

SELECTION PLAN FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING

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BEFORE YOU APPLY

Meet Minimum Qualifications:

 Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

Educational Credits:

 List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

Resume Policy:

 Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position.

This documentation may include:

a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

Preferred Shift/Location:

 Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

Timely Submission:

 All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing 

DAS.SHRM

@ct.gov.

Salary Calculations:

For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

Note:

The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY

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Note:

This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS?

WE'RE

HERE TO HELP

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at Jensine.

Tran@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS

(NATURE OF WORK) In the Department of Aging and Disability Services, Board of Education and Services for the Blind this class is accountable for providing specialized services in the teaching and counseling of the blind and visually impaired clients with an emphasis on providing independent living skills.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under close supervision interviews clients to obtain information regarding effects of blindness on life skills and activities and to determine client limitations; Develops instructional plan based on needs of individual client; Evaluates and teaches independent living skills to clients at home, work, school and community center; Instructs and evaluates blind, visually impaired and multi-disabled persons in communication skills such as Braille, reading, writing, typewriting, use of adaptive technology and methods of communicating with deaf-blind persons; Instructs and evaluates blind persons in various daily life skills and activities including leisure time; Counsels and provides information regarding using and obtaining special aids and assistive devices; Provides advise to families of the blind regarding ways of assisting the blind; Reports needs for eye care or other special services to appropriate resources; Consults with rehabilitation and casework staff in order to evaluate client needs; Confers with other staff and works cooperatively with other agencies regarding cases; Maintains case records on assigned caseload; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of individual and group behavior; methods and techniques of teaching the blind and visually impaired; current education, social, health and economic problems and their relationship to working with the blind and visually impaired; adaptive technology; interviewing techniques; Skills interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Ability to provide counseling and training to clients; read and write Braille or translate printed material into Braille.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in education, social sciences, family and consumer science or in a related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience teaching assistive technology equipment to students who are blind or visually impaired Experience performing assistive technology evaluations to students who are blind or visually impaired Experience consulting with education teams on how to support students who are blind or visually impaired learning to use assistive technology Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist (CATIS) graduate certificate CONCLUSION