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.
$53,053 - $60,480.42 annually TriSource Staffing Solutions is seeking a passionate Special Education Science Teacher (Grades 9-12) on behalf of a client in Washington, Connecticut. If you're passionate about helping students with learning differences, emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges reach their full potential, this is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships while making a lasting impact in a supportive residential school environment. What You'll Do As a Science Teacher, you will provide engaging, individualized instruction while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to help students achieve academic, behavioral, and social success.
Responsibilities Include:
Deliver engaging, student-centered Science instruction for grades 9-12. Develop and implement lesson plans that accommodate diverse learning styles. Participate in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process by contributing student performance data, accommodations, modifications, and transition planning. Foster a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment through social-emotional learning practices. Collaborate with Teaching Assistants, Behavior Specialists, Speech and Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Nurses, and school leadership. Implement Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), maintaining a strong focus on skill development and positive reinforcement. Participate in ongoing professional development and reflective teaching practices. Maintain accurate documentation and student progress records.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field Connecticut Teaching Certificate or eligibility to obtain certification Passion for working with students with behavioral, emotional, and learning differences
Preferred:
Master's degree Special Education certification 3+ years of classroom teaching experience Experience working with students receiving special education services Benefits Our client offers an outstanding benefits package designed to support your professional growth and work-life balance.
Benefits Include:
Tuition reimbursement through the ASCEND Career Accelerator Program Up to $15,000 annually for undergraduate education Up to $25,000 annually for graduate education Student loan repayment assistance 24 vacation days (increases with tenure) 8 sick days Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage Telemedicine services Mental health support 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Continuing education opportunities Employer-paid life insurance and voluntary supplemental coverage Apply Today! If you're an enthusiastic educator committed to creating meaningful change in the lives of students with unique learning needs, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape brighter futures through education. #IND3
Pay:
$49,820.00 - $60,480.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
