Special Education Teacher Jobs in Connecticut

A Special Education Teacher in secondary education is responsible for instructing and guiding students who have varying types of disabilities. These disabilities can be either physical, mental, emotional, or learning-related. These teachers are required to work alongside general education teachers, school counselors, and administrators to create individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to meet the specific needs of each student. They deliver lessons that are suitable for the abilities of all their students, while also assessing and reporting their progress to parents and relevant school officials.

Special Education Teachers should possess strong interpersonal skills, patience, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of the special needs of their students. They should have a bachelor's degree in special education, and in many cases, they need to acquire a master's degree in special education. Furthermore, they need to be certified by the state where they intend to practice. Prior to becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person might have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or a General Education Teacher to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Temporary Special Education Teacher (Summer School 2025)

  • Hartford, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 8 hours ago

   Temporary Special Education Teacher (Summer 2025 ) Location: River Street School, Windsor, CT Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Special Education Teachers needed to staff summer school...

Special Education Teacher

  • Willimantic, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Willimantic, CT
  • 1 day ago

Company Overview Shine on as a special education teacher. Specialized Education Services, Inc....

Anticipated Special Education Teacher - Haddam-Killingworth Middle School JobID: 2158 Position Type: Pupil Services/Special Education Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Haddam Killingworth Middle School...

Special Education Teacher

  • Burlington, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Burlington, CT
  • 2 days ago

Experience working as a Special Education Teacher, preferably in an educational setting. Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices....

Special Education Teacher

  • New Britain, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 2 days ago

Experience working as a Special Education Teacher, preferably in an educational setting. Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices....

Demonstrated experience utilizing research-based instructional strategies. Knowledge and experience of differentiated instruction preferred....

Full Time Special Education Teacher (K-5) Needed in New Britain, CT

  • New Britain, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 2 days ago

Full Time Special Education Teacher (K-5) Needed in New Britain, CT New Britain, CT 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Job Posting: Special Education Teacher (K...

Transition Coordinator/Special Education Teacher

  • Hamden, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Hamden, CT
  • 3 days ago

This individual will collaborate with school personnel, students and families, community job sites, and adult agencies to ensure that students' Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and transition...

Special Education Teacher

  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 3 days ago

Show/Hide GLASTONBURY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Special Education Teacher - High School Life Skills Program 1.0 FTE Glastonbury High School Life Skills Program (Grades 9-12) CT Teaching Certification Required...

Special Education Teacher Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or a related field. Valid CT teaching certification or licensure for Special Education....

Special Education Teacher

  • Plymouth, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Plymouth, CT
  • 3 days ago

Special Education Teacher Terryville, CT Today CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Job Title: Special Education Teacher (SPED) Location: Near Terryville, CT Start: 24/25 School...

1.0 Special Education Teacher - Applied Behavior Analysis

  • Hebron, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Hebron, CT
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary: Provides an appropriate and challenging instructional program to all students requiring specialized support through an Individualized Education Program (IEP)....

Elementary Special Education Teacher Bridgeport, CT area Full-Time

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 4 days ago

Elementary Special Education Teacher | Bridgeport, CT area | Full-Time Bridgeport, CT 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - Special Education Teacher JOB TYPE Contract Job Posting: Elementary Special Education...

Special Education Teacher

  • Manchester, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 4 days ago

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION This position requires a minimum of a Bachelors degree in Special Education or a related field. Valid CT Teaching Certificate in Special Education (#165)....

Summer School High School Special Education Teacher

  • New Haven, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Summer School High School Program/Summer School Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 3/17/2025 Location: Various Schools   Additional Information: Show/Hide High School Summer...

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Connecticut offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.2%
Bachelor's Degree
26.6%
Doctorate Degree
16.7%
High School or GED
5.3%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some High School
0.5%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Special Education Teachers in Connecticut
Less than 1 year
36.6%
1-2 years
31.3%
None
15.0%
2-4 years
13.2%
4-6 years
3.8%


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