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West Hartford Public Schools

Special Education Preschool Teacher (Intensive Program)

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: West Hartford, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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What they do

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

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Job Description

JobID:

2993

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Special Education Teacher Date Posted:

7/15/2026

Location:

Early Learning Center Date Available:

08/24/2026

Closing Date:

Until Filled West Hartford Public Schools is seeking to fill a position for a Special Education Preschool Teacher at the Early Learning Center in Whiting Lane Elementary School. This position is in the ELC's Intensive Program. Strong background in early childhood education/special education working with students with significant global delays. Strong background with ABA best practices and DTI instruction is preferred.

Requirement:

CT Certification (112) (113). Please include a current resume, transcripts, copy of certification and 3 current letters of recommendation dated within the last 365 days. Excellent salary, benefits and working conditions.

Salary:

negotiable per the teacher's salary schedule Click here for a message from WHPS to our prospective employees! Equity and Anti-Racism Vision We, the members of West Hartford Public Schools, dedicate ourselves to the pursuit of equity. Equitable schools are those that value and honor ALL in our community as unique individuals capable of maximizing their true potential. We make a solemn promise to identify and dismantle all elements of systemic racism and historical inequities. We vow to clear paths, with a relentless duty to those in traditionally marginalized groups. We pledge to partner with ALL families in the service of the success of each child. Attachment(s): WHEA Contract