Elementary Special Education Teacher - West Hartford, Connecticut

ProCare Therapy; Washington; On-site; USD 36,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is hiring a Special Education Teacher for elementary in a resource room to support a caseload of 10-20 students. The contract runs from November 1 to December 22 to cover maternity leave, with duties including delivering individualized instruction and collaborating with staff to support student success.

Candidates should hold an elementary Special Education certification and have prior resource room experience, strong IEP knowledge, and excellent communication with families and

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education Teacher certification appropriate for elementary grades.
• Experience teaching in special education, preferably in a resource room setting.
• Strong understanding of IEP implementation and progress monitoring.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with students, families, and educators.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction and support to students with a range of needs, focusing on individualized goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff to ensure student success.
• Monitor student progress, maintain required documentation, and participate in IEP meetings as needed.
• Create a positive, structured, and encouraging classroom environment.
• Utilize evidence-based practices and resources to engage learners and adapt lessons.
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers regarding student progress.

Skills

Special Education

IEP implementation

Communication

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Education

Elementary Special Education Certification

Job description

Job Description

Make an impact this school year by supporting elementary students as a Special Education Teacher in a resource room setting. This contract position is available from November 1st through December 22nd, covering a maternity leave. Work closely with a caseload of 10-20 students to foster growth, learning, and positive outcomes in an inclusive educational environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Special Education Teacher certification appropriate for elementary grades
• Prior experience teaching in special education, preferably in a resource room setting
• Strong understanding of IEP implementation and progress monitoring
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and fellow educators
• Ability to tailor instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialized instruction and support to students with a range of needs, focusing on individualized goals
• Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff to ensure student success
• Monitor student progress, maintain required documentation, and participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Create a positive, structured, and encouraging classroom environment
• Utilize evidence-based practices and resources to engage learners and adapt lessons
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers regarding student progress

Schedule and Setting:

• 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday
• Resource room model—students receive targeted support while accessing the broader curriculum with peers
• Caseload of 10-20 students
• Position begins November 1st and ends December 22nd (maternity leave coverage)

Contribute your expertise and compassion in a supportive school community, working with children eager to learn and grow.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.34 to $48.34. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.