Special Education Teacher

Onward Education is partnering with a local school district in Hartford
County, Connecticut to hire a Special Education Teacher to support an in-person Behavior Support classroom with a social, emotional, and behavioral focus. This is a contract role starting September 14, 2026
, with an initial assignment through October 1, 2026 and the option to extend.

In this role, you'll lead a structured, supportive classroom environment for students whose emotional and behavioral needs require targeted interventions to access learning. You'll collaborate closely with the school team to implement consistent routines, evidence-based behavior supports, and skill-building strategies that help students regulate, engage, and grow academically and socially.

• Role: Special Education Teacher (Behavior Support Classroom)
• Setting:
  On-site (in-person only)
• Location:
  Hartford County, CT
• Grade levels: 3-5
• Schedule: 8:20 AM - 3:40 PM
• Hours/week: 37.5
• Initial assignment through: October 1, 2026 (with option to extend)

• Provide special education instruction and classroom leadership in a structured behavior-support environment.
• Implement classroom systems that promote regulation, safety, and readiness to learn, including routines, expectations, reinforcement, and de-escalation supports.
• Use evidence-based approaches, often aligned to frameworks like PBIS, to support student behavior and social skills development.
• Collaborate with school staff to align behavior plans, classroom strategies, and student progress monitoring.
• Communicate proactively with the team regarding student needs, progress, and escalation patterns to support continuity of care.

• Special education teaching experience with students who have emotional and/or behavioral needs.
• Comfort teaching in a highly structured setting with consistent routines and behavior supports.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with school-based teams.

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.