THS Special Education Instructor (Professional)

State of Connecticut • Windham, CT

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About The Position

The Special Education Instructor educates students with and without disabilities in academic and trade coursework at the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS). The role includes case management of students with disabilities and uses varied teaching practices, differentiated instruction, accommodations and modifications, and assistive technology to support high expectations and equitable access to learning.

The instructor collaborates with academic and trade teachers, families, and community partners; supports student self-advocacy and transition planning; administers and interprets assessments; and helps create a student-centered classroom that supports learning, appropriate behavior, safety, and workforce readiness. The position is at Windham Technical High School in Willimantic and follows a ten-month academic calendar of 188 days per year.

Requirements

• At the time of appointment, possess an active, valid Connecticut State Board of Education teaching certificate in one of the listed areas: 065 Comprehensive Special Education, PK-12; 165 Comprehensive Special Education, PK-12; or 265 Comprehensive Special Education, 1-12.
• At the time of appointment, possess a valid certificate issued under Connecticut certification regulations with a secondary school endorsement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a high school setting (grades 9-12).
• Trade career referral experience.
• Professional experience providing services, accommodations, progress monitoring, and case management for students in a high school setting.
• Experience using varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
• Experience fostering and facilitating learning, classroom management, and behavior intervention plans.
• Experience communicating ideas and objectives orally and in writing.
• Experience using computer software such as Microsoft Office and Google Products.

Responsibilities

• Case manage assigned students and oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of their IEPs.
• Plan and deliver reading, writing, and mathematics instruction using accommodations and modifications aligned with IEP goals.
• Collaborate with academic and trade instructors to co-plan lessons and support differentiated instruction.
• Maintain accurate, compliant special education records in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements.
• Facilitate PPT meetings and prepare documentation demonstrating student progress and needs.
• Design, administer, and report triennial evaluations using multiple assessment methods.
• Contribute data to Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Create a structured, positive classroom environment that promotes appropriate behavior, safety, and workforce readiness.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction, materials, and assessments to meet diverse learning needs.
• Communicate with families and collaborate with staff while adhering to Connecticut professional standards and mandated reporting obligations.
• Support student self-advocacy, transition planning, and parent and community outreach.
• Participate in professional learning.

Benefits

• Option to maintain the 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.
• Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of qualifying service.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Extra income opportunities.
• Professional development.
• Career growth within the CTECS system.

What This Job Offers

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