Special Education Specialist
Listed on 2026-07-10
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Education Administration, Special Education Teacher
Job Title
Special Education Specialist
Reports ToPrincipal and/or Director of Pupil Services
LocationJoseph Melillo Middle School
PurposeThe Special Education Specialist is a position designed to address the duties and responsibilities that a large special education/504 population creates within a district. The Specialist supports special education programs and services in compliance with all Federal and State policies and procedures as well as the mission statement and vision of the East Haven School District. The Specialist will serve as a resource to parents and school personnel to ensure continuous benefit from educational opportunities and will have a split role as a case manager as well as a classroom teacher.
EducationCT Teaching Certificate in Comprehensive Special Education (Endorsement 165), Endorsement in Administration and Supervision (092) preferred; BA (preferred MA) from an accredited college or university in Special Education or equivalent.
Experience- Two or more years of special education experience
- Thorough knowledge of current research and effective practices of teaching
- Clear understanding of standards-based and differentiated instruction
- Demonstrated ability to analyze assessments and other student data as a means for making instructional decisions
- Possess strong collaborative capabilities and proven ability to work as a member of a team consisting of but not limited to a SLP, School Psychologist, and School Social Worker
- Knowledge of philosophies and objectives regarding cultural responsiveness
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Provides professional leadership to selected programs in special education
- Provides ongoing assessment of the special education needs of students for programming and budgetary purposes
- Analyzes district needs and coordinates professional development programs in special education and regular education for students with disabilities
- Implements a district curriculum to support exceptional learning
- Maintains up to date knowledge of special education law, policy and procedure
- Assists other department members in student evaluations
- Implements strategies for maintaining a high level of communication between all stakeholders – student, parent, school staff and pupil services
- Upholds and promotes goals and objectives of the Superintendent and Board of Education
- Demonstrates an on-going interest and participation in professional learning
- Maintains confidentiality regarding personnel and student information
- Perform other tasks and responsibilities as delegated by the Principal or Director of Pupil Services
East Haven Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, females, handicapped, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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