Special Education Teacher

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 8/18/2026
• Location:
  
  Momauguin School
• Date Available:
  
  ASAP

Special Education Teacher

Bulding Principal & Director of Pupil Services

Momauguin Elementary School

Classroom Instructor

CT Teaching Certificate in Special Education (Endorsement 165; BA (preferred MA) from an accredited college or university in Special Education or equivalent.

This position is full-time. The salary and benefits associated with this position are outlined in the current East Haven Education Association contract.

• Thorough knowledge of current research and effective practices of teaching;
• Clear understanding of standards-based and differentiated instruction;
• Experience with students with Autism
• Experience with Discrete Trial Instruction and Applied Behavioral Analysis
• 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;
• Knowledge of the Brigance Developmental Assessment of Basic Skills, Battelle Developmental Inventory and DIAL – IV;
• Familiarity with IEP Direct and writing IEP's;
• Familiarity with the Diagnostic Placements Process when developing and IEP;
• Strong background in literacy; and,

• Promote a strong foundation in language development and acquisition.
• Assist children in developing behavioral and social skill competencies.
• Collaborate with teachers regarding students' strengths and weaknesses and sharing strategies that have proven to be successful in supporting students' needs as students transition.
• Assist families in accessing wraparound services provided by our school/district and community-based organizations..
• Previous work with implementing ABA strategies

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and responsibilities which comprises this position.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals belonging to historically marginalized groups, including racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Our hiring process is designed to ensure fairness, impartiality, and equal opportunities for all qualified applicants.

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create a culturally responsive environment. We conform to the spirit of and the letter of local policy, applicable laws and regulations, such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Civil Rights Act of 1987, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act (CFEPA).