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Ellington Board of Education

Special Education Teacher

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 3 days ago

Location: Ellington, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 10 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/14/2026

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A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$77,124 / year median in Connecticut

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

This unique and innovative program fosters a safe, trusting and engaging opportunity for students to find and maintain success in their education and beyond. Consider becoming part of our team! Ellington Public School's off-campus Behavior Academic Social Emotional Support (BASES) has an opening for a special education teacher! This program is growing in its 5th year and provides opportunities for Social Emotional Learning Health and Wellness as well as academic support and instruction. BASES serves students who require SEL support on a TIERED System to increase well being. This Program creates various programming opportunities to support individual student needs. We have a high graduation success rate as we have various opportunities for students to access academics including online, in person small group, Google Classroom from sending school or elected courses at their home school with continuous transportation to and from their home school. Students can elect to take PE at the local gym, participate in weekly hikes and other physical activities provided daily within the program. Additionally, students participate in internships, support our new store, as well as many opportunities to attend historical, art and entertaining field trips throughout the year. The candidate must be passionate about engaging students and creating a safe space where open communication and high expectations are consistent. Students in this program require a teacher with flexibility, an understanding of working with students with anxiety, depression, school refusal and family collaboration. The candidate must be innovative, collaborative and create an environment where students feel valued and respected.

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a valid State of Connecticut teaching certificate with an 065, 165, 265 Comprehensive Special Education. A state and national criminal check will be required as well as a DCF search. Please contact Dr. Kristy LaPorte with any questions at klaporte@ellingtonschools.net