Special Education Department Head (Durational)

State of Connecticut • Killingly, CT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is recruiting for an anticipated vacancy for a Special Education Department Head (Durational) to join their team at Harvard H. Ellis Technical High School in Killingly, CT. This role is for a teacher and instructional leader who promotes student achievement for identified students, facilitates the operation of the department, and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. The position involves developing a shared understanding of purposeful planning and progress monitoring for special education students to access curriculum, meet trade and academic competencies, and master their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The Department Head will plan and conduct department meetings, communicate administrative decisions, and collect feedback. This is a durational position from November 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, with a schedule of 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, first shift.

Requirements

• Active State of Connecticut teaching certificate in one of the following areas: 092 Intermediate Administration or Supervision or 105 Department Chairperson AND Special Education (Instructor) Qualifications OR be Eligible for a State of Connecticut teaching certificate in subject area (includes ARC candidates).
• Possess a valid certificate issued by the Connecticut State Board of Education in accordance with the Certification Regulations Concerning State Educator Certificates, Permits and Authorizations, with a secondary school endorsement.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in a high school setting (grades 9-12).
• Experience with trade and career pathways for students with disabilities.
• Experience using a variety of assessment measures and student data to inform instruction, monitor progress, and improve student outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral presentations, written reports, meeting facilitation, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and related educational technology platforms.
• Experience scheduling and chairing Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings.
• Experience in the development, review, and finalization of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Knowledge of and experience with monitoring compliance with federal and state special education regulations and timelines.
• Experience coordinating student schedules and service delivery based on IEP service hours and program requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a liaison among families, school staff, administration, Central Office personnel, and outside agencies.

Responsibilities

• Educating students in academic and trade coursework.
• Serving as an instructional leader who facilitates the operations of a department.
• Advancing student achievement.
• Ensuring compliance with state and federal special education regulations.
• Supporting the effective operation of the department.
• Developing staff capacity to implement high-quality special education services.
• Ensuring students can access curriculum, achieve academic and technical competencies, and make progress toward their IEP goals.
• Serving as a liaison among students, families, staff, administration, community agencies, and district personnel.
• Overseeing the implementation and monitoring of IEPs.
• Supporting compliant service delivery and scheduling.
• Charing Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings.
• Reviewing and finalizing special education documents.
• Monitoring departmental practices to ensure adherence to state and federal mandates.
• Utilizing student performance and program data to support continuous improvement.
• Leading professional learning and collaborative problem-solving processes.
• Coordinating staffing and service assignments.
• Overseeing departmental budgeting, scheduling, compliance systems, and operational procedures.

Benefits

• Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System
• A variety of medical and dental plans
• Sick and personal leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extra Income Opportunities
• Professional Development
• Career Growth within our System

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed