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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Hold one of CT State Certification Special Education Endorsement (165) as required for position....

Montessori Magnet School Special Education Teacher - JOB ID# 13492

  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 hour ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 7/14/2025 Location: Montessori Magnet School Closing Date: 08/01/2025    Montessori Special Education Teacher...

Special Education Teacher

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 6 hours ago

Special Education Teacher JobID: 2880 Position Type: Student Support Services/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 7/11/2025 Location: Riverside School Date Available: 08/21/2025 Closing Date: Until...

Special Education Teacher Competitive Pay & Benefits!

  • North Grosvenordale, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • North Grosvenordale, CT
  • 8 hours ago

plans consistent with evaluations and /or IEPs and overall education plan.Generates lesson plans no later than the second day of educational programming.Writes, review and update lesson plans to reflect...

Pre-K Special Education Teacher

  • Shelton, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelton, CT
  • 1 day ago

Education Teacher - ACES Perry Hill NEST Program (Shelton, CT) ACES is seeking a dedicated and passionate Special Education Teacher to join our ACES Perry Hill NEST (Nurturing Early Support and Transitions...

Special Education Teachers / Chapman Elementary School

  • Cheshire, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheshire, CT
  • 1 day ago

Special Education Teachers / Chapman Elementary School JobID: 2620 Position Type: Student Support Services/Special Education Date Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: Chapman Elementary School Date Available:...

Special Education Teacher - WTA

  • Watertown, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Watertown, CT
  • 1 day ago

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Special Education Teacher in Waterbury, CT

  • Waterbury, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT
  • 2 days ago

A K-12 Special Education Teacher opportunity is available for a full school year contract in Waterbury, CT....

Special Education Teacher -Westport, Connecticut

  • Fairfield, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 3 days ago

Category Schools - Special Education Teacher Job Type Contract We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Special Education Teacher for a full-time position in Fairfield, CT for the upcoming school year...

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (Kindergarten)

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 days ago

2025 - 2026 School Year Bridgeport Public Schools Human Resources Department 45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324 Bridgeport, CT 06604 SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (Kindergarten) BRYANT SCHOOL STEP/SALARY: BA - 6TH...

Special Education Resource Teacher

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 days ago

/ $50,825.00 - $105,070.00* The Special Education teacher is responsible for developing plans for students, managing the classroom environment, providing students with instruction, and assessing students...

Special Education Team Department Leader/Special Education Teacher, 7-8

  • Manchester, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Special Education/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 7/8/2025 Location: Illing Middle School (7-8) Date Available: 08/21/2025 Closing Date: Open until filled   Additional...

We are looking for Special Education Teachers to join our dynamic team in Stamford, CT, and we want YOU to be part of this exciting journey!...

- Special Education Teacher 25/26 SY - KS, ND, AK, NY, PA, CT, MD

  • East Granby, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • East Granby, CT
  • 3 days ago

Overview: We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Special Education Teacher to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year....

We're Hiring: Virtual Special Education Teacher (CT)!

  • New Haven, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 3 days ago

Remote Special Education Teacher Opportunity with VocoVision!...

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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
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
26.6%
Doctorate Degree
16.6%
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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