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Westport Public Schools

Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Westport, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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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

Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher Westport Public Schools - 4.1 Westport, CT Job Details 19 hours ago Qualifications Working with students with special education needs

Full Job Description JobID:

2134

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Date Posted:

7/20/2026

Location:

Saugatuck Elementary School Date Available:

08/20/2026

Closing Date:

Until Filled Qualifications:

CT Certification, (165) or other endorsement with K-12 special education required; and Teaching experience preferred.

Salary:

According to the Teachers' contract (2025-2028) (see website www.westportps.org/employment - personnel contracts)

Starting Date:

August 20, 2026

End Date:

Late September 2026

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled Application Procedures:

Internal applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2134 (Please be sure to select internal applicant. This signifies one's current status as a Westport employee.) External applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2134 (Paper copies will not be accepted.) The Westport Board of Education (the "Board") will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law ("Protected Class"), except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.