Special Education Teacher; Teaching, Educator - School Program

Special Education Teacher

Take pride in meaningful work where every moment matters and become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a Special Education Teacher. For over 60 years, St. Vincent's Special Needs Services has been a cornerstone in the special education community, supporting students ages 3–22 from 27 school districts across Connecticut. St. Vincent's Special Needs Services supports children and young adults with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs, including autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, brain injuries, and neuromuscular disorders.

Each year, the organization provides specialized educational and therapeutic services to more than 400 students and families.

What We Offer:

• High staff to student ratios
• Small classroom size
• On-going professional development
• New teachers participate in the State Teams mentorship program
• Robust benefits package: 401K match, health, dental and vision insurance, PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness program, employee discount programs
• Supportive culture
• Rewarding compensation

Deliver specialized instruction and educational support to students with significant developmental needs in an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Develop individualized goals and objectives aligned with each student's abilities, needs, and interests. Develop and implement structured lesson plans and schedules that support student engagement, learning outcomes, and individualized education program (IEP) goals. Conduct formal and informal student assessments, monitor progress, and analyze performance data to support instructional planning.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary instructional teams to ensure high-quality, individualized services aligned with current best practices in special education. Foster a respectful, encouraging, and supportive classroom environment to promote student growth and participation. Supervise and provide guidance to education assistants and instructional aides to support effective classroom operations. Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress, learning goals, and classroom activities.

Qualifications:

• Comprehensive Special Education, K-12 (#165) Cross-Endorsement or the ability to receive a DSAP are required for employment
• Education:
  
  BA/BS Degree required
• Work Experience:
  
  2 years experience in special education preferred