Full-time Special Education Teacher

E.O. Smith High School is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and thoughtful individual who can contribute to our school's diversity through their teaching, scholarship, and/or service to the institution.

The Special Services Department is comprised of 46 full-time teaching, related services, and support staff. The new special education teacher will work with a team of professionals providing functional academic support and specialized transition instruction to students with special needs attending our Students Transitioning Age Appropriate Routes (STAAR) 18�22 transition program. 

https://www.eosmith.org/support_services/special_services

 QUALIFICATIONS: 

�Possess or be eligible for Connecticut certificate:  (165) Comprehensive Special Education, K-12.

� Possess qualities and personal characteristics necessary to work effectively with all stakeholders. 

� Experience or demonstrated understanding of providing culturally relevant instruction is preferred. 

� Experience teaching modified English Language Arts curriculum preferred. 

 SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES: 

�Develop specialized instructional programs for students attending our 18�22 transition program.

� Work cooperatively with teachers and support staff to develop and implement effective transition programs.

� Assess student progress by administering appropriate assessments and curriculum-based measures. 

� Support active student participation in their learning and in the development and implementation of their IEP. 

�Develop and implement appropriate transition plans. 

� Utilize student data effectively to plan student remediation, acceleration, and intervention. 

� Actively participate in both department and school-wide professional development opportunities and school-sponsored events.

 SALARY: In accordance with the agreement between the Region 19 Board of Education and the Region 19 Teachers' Association. 2026-27 salary range is $53857-$109234. 

 E. O. Smith High School is committed to achieving and sustaining a diverse, equitable and just educational community. This includes our pledge to: i. embrace diversity in its broadest sense, by respecting diversity of viewpoints and experience, by expanding diversity in our teaching staff, and by providing a curriculum which includes the history, experience, accomplishments, and cultural richness of BIPOC individuals and communities in America; and ii. identify and pursue the work necessary to realize equity of access and opportunity for all our students; and iii. confront and dedicate ourselves to eradicating discrimination and intolerance directed against members of our BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, our students with disabilities, and any members of our community who are survivors of unjust and inequitable practices. Region 19 is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.