Special Education Instructor; Endorsements

Introduction

Are you an endorsed Special Education teacher looking to transform the lives of our high school population? If so, we have a durational opportunity for you to join our team!

• Schedule: First shift, full‑time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday.
• Location: Henry Abbott Technical High School, Danbury, CT.
• Salary: VS02, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers.
• Academic Calendar: Ten‑month cycle (188 instructional days per year).

• State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or State Employee Retirement System.
• Medical and dental plans.
• Sick and personal leave.
• Eligible for Public Services Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service.
• Tuition reimbursement; extra income opportunities; professional development; career growth within the system.

• Case manage assigned students and oversee development, implementation, and monitoring of IEPs.
• Plan and deliver instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics with accommodations and modifications aligned to IEP goals.
• Collaborate with academic and trade instructors to co‑plan lessons supporting differentiated instruction for all learners.
• Maintain accurate and compliant special‑education records per district, state, and federal requirements.
• Facilitate PTT meetings and prepare documentation of student progress and needs.
• Design, administer, and report triennial evaluations using multiple assessment methods.
• Support behavioral programming by contributing data for Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Create a structured, positive classroom environment that promotes appropriate behavior, safety, and workforce readiness.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction, materials, and assessments to meet diverse learning needs.
• Maintain professional responsibilities, including family communication, collaboration with staff, adherence to Connecticut professional standards, and mandated reporting obligations.

• Endorsements: 065 Comprehensive Special Education, PK‑12; 165 Comprehensive Special Education, PK‑12; 265 Comprehensive Special Education, 1‑12.
• Valid certificate issued by the Connecticut State Board of Education with a secondary school endorsement.
• Eligibility to teach at the high‑school level.
• Case‑management experience in special education.
• Strong knowledge of assistive technology, differentiated instruction, and assessment.
• Commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.

• 4 years of experience in a high‑school setting.
• Experience with trade‑career referral programs.
• Professional experience related to special education and varied assessments.
• Familiarity with behavior intervention plans and classroom management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

• Valid secondary‑school endorsement on appointment.
• Compliance with state certification regulations.

In the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System, this class is accountable for educating students in academic and trade coursework.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.