Special Education Teacher; SPED Resource, Autism, and Clinical

Position Overview

Cross Country Education is seeking dedicated Special Education Teachers to make a real impact in a supportive school environment in Killingly, CT. Join our team as Special Education Teacher to help students with diverse learning needs thrive for the '25-'26 school year!

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) across diverse settings, with available roles including:
  • Grade 4 Resource: Managing a foundational academic caseload.
  • Grade 2 Autism: Leading a specialized, self-contained classroom.
  • Grades 9-12 Clinical: Supporting a Social-Emotional program for high school students.
• Deliver explicit, small-group instruction and implement evidence‑based behavioral interventions tailored to meet the unique needs of students in specialized programs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to ensure program fidelity and successful student progress.
• Apply crisis prevention and lead the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to promote a safe and positive learning environment.

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree
• Valid Connecticut Special Education Certification with either a 165 or 065 Endorsement (Required)
• Prior experience effectively teaching and managing students with diverse needs, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder or significant social‑emotional/behavioral challenges

• Top Compensation:
  Earn $48.20 - $49.50
  
  Per Hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits:
  Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and a 401(k) match to support long‑term financial goals.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Special Education Teachers enjoy a guaranteed 37.5 hour workweek and paid sick leave.

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.