Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

New Fairfield Public Schools New Fairfield Elementary - New Fairfield, Connecticut Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5869761

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

VACANCY NOTICE

NEW FAIRFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION

POSITION:
Special Education Teacher

SCHOOL:
New Fairfield Elementary School

GENERAL DUTIES:

Seeking a dynamic candidate with a solid understanding of disabilities including Learning Disabilities, Autism and Intellectual Disability, as well as experience using a trauma-informed approach and a positive behavior motivation system. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for lesson planning and delivery as well as assessing students and writing high quality IEPs. Participation in interdisciplinary team meetings, PPT meetings, and parent communication is an essential component of this position.

The Special Education Teacher must collaborate regularly with related service providers and general education teachers, and be skilled in providing on-going training and supervision to paraprofessionals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

CT Certification in Special Education (165, 265, or 065)

Excellent teaming, collaboration and communication skills.

Ability to differentiate instruction and provide inclusive education highly desirable.

Prefer teaching experience in managing student behavior.

SALARY:

As per NFEA contract

POSITION TO START:

August 24, 2026 (New Educator Orientation 8/20-8/21)

Position Type: Full-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Rebecca Lloyd
• 3 Brush Hill Rd
• New Fairfield, Connecticut 06812
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