Special Education Teacher
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New Haven County, Connecticut
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$53 - $56 per hour
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Contract
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On-Site
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Job ID: 83491
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Posted today
Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with a school district in New Haven County, Connecticut to hire dedicated Special Education Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. This is an on-site opportunity in New Haven, CT with multiple openings across school sites.
As a Special Education Teacher, you'll deliver individualized, specially designed instruction and case management support to help students with diverse learning needs access the curriculum and make meaningful progress toward IEP goals.
Position Details:
- Location: On-site, New Haven, CT
- Hours: 35 hours/week
- Pay: $53-$56/hour
- Schedule: Full-time
- School Year: 2026-2027
Responsibilities:
- Provide specially designed instruction aligned to students' IEP goals and grade-level standards
- Develop, implement, and maintain IEPs, including progress monitoring and required documentation
- Differentiate instruction and modify materials/assessments to support student access and growth
- Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and school teams to support inclusion and student success
- Support behavior, social-emotional, and executive functioning needs using positive, proactive strategies
- Communicate consistently with families and participate in meetings (IEP meetings, team meetings, conferences) as needed
Qualifications:
- Connecticut certification: #165 Comprehensive Special Education (K-12)
- Experience supporting students with a range of learning, behavioral, and/or developmental needs (school-based preferred)
- Knowledge of IEP development, compliance timelines, and documentation best practices
- Strong classroom management skills and ability to implement evidence-based interventions
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options
- Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly
- Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement
- Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Why Apply?
If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.
Ready to join us? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!
About Onward Education
Onward Education is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider. We work with K-12 schools to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
Inclusive Hiring Practices
We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at info@onwardedu.com.
Employment Eligibility
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.
Benefits
We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Education is a drug-free workplace.
Virtual Interview Process
To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Alex.com, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive a text or email invitation from Alex, our virtual interviewer, to learn more about your qualifications.
To learn more about the platform, visit https://www.alex.com/.
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We’ve become aware of fraudulent recruiters impersonating Onward Education representatives to collect personal or financial information from potential job seekers. Please be advised, we will only communicate with our talent through verified email addresses such as @onwardedu and will never reach out through Gmail or any other public domains. You can learn more about potential threats and how to protect yourself by visiting our job seeker scam alert page.
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