Special Education Teacher, Self-Contained

Special Education Teacher

Bloomfield Public Schools anticipates openings for the role of Special Education Teacher at the Elementary school level for the 2026/27 School Year.

Location:

Laurel Elementary Salary:
Teachers BEA Agreement Work Year:
Ten-month position (186 days) 7.25 hours/day

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Special Education Teacher to lead a self-contained K2 classroom, providing individualized instruction and a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

• Deliver engaging instruction in core content areas, functional skills, and social-emotional learning.

• Provide intensive academic and behavioral support in a highly structured, positive classroom environment.

• Use a variety of evidence-based strategies, materials, and assistive technology tools to support diverse learners.

• Monitor student progress through data collection, formative assessment, and collaboration with related service providers.

• Build strong, trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

• Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with IDEA regulations to support equitable education for students with disabilities.

• Implement safety interventions when necessary.

• Demonstrated ability to remain focused and productive in high-demand situations.

• Knowledge of strong, validated, evidenced-based intervention programs

• A minimum of 5 years successful teaching experience preferred but not required

• Well-developed oral, written and speaking skills

• Connecticut certification with the appropriate endorsement for Special Education Teacher 165 or 065 or be immediately eligible for appropriate Connecticut Certification endorsement for Special Education Teacher