Special Education Teacher

AREA COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES • Hamden, CT

10d • $54,987 - $80,015

About The Position

ACES is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Special Education Teacher committed to social justice and to making a positive impact in the lives of youth who have experienced significant challenges. This educator will play a key role in supporting students with diverse learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs within a collaborative, student-centered environment. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of special education law and best practices, including IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring. Experience with co-teaching or co-facilitation, collaboration across content areas, and evaluation processes is essential.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of special education law, compliance, and IEP processes
• Experience working with students with diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed educational practices
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Connecticut teacher certification: Comprehensive Special Education (165), K-12, required.
• Will consider candidates who are currently enrolled in a Special Education Teacher preparation program and are eligible for a Durational Shortage Area Permit (DSAP).

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with high school students is desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs) in accordance with state and federal special education law
• Collaborate with general education and content-area teachers to create inclusive, rigorous, and engaging learning experiences for all students
• Provide tiered interventions and targeted support for students across a range of academic and behavioral needs
• Use data to inform instruction, monitor student progress, and adjust supports as needed
• Participate actively in team planning and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Foster a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive classroom environment that promotes student growth and resilience
• Partner with related service providers, social workers, administrators, and families to support student success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time