Innovative Special Education Teacher | IEP & Inclusion Lead

Bristol Public Schools; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Public Schools in Bristol, CT, seeks a City-Wide Special Education Teacher currently at West Bristol School to provide innovative learning, align IEP goals, and collaborate with staff across disciplines. The role emphasizes a developmentally oriented classroom, multi-modality instruction, behavior management, family engagement, and ongoing assessment to support individual student growth.

Start date is the 2026-2027 school year, with cross-grade collaboration and professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Special Education Teacher or relevant role
• Good knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies
• Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities
• Ability to create IEPs
• A patient, resourceful and resilient personality
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement academic and clinical IEP goals through continuous assessment of each student
• Develop and implement an integrated curriculum with colleagues
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of subject matter in areas of specialization
• Assess students' abilities and craft teaching plans; plan daily lessons
• Maintain student records and submit required reports on time
• Collaborate with parents to maintain ongoing communication and provide resources

Skills

IEP development

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Classroom management

Communication with families

Adaptability

Education

BS in Special Education

MS optional

Tools

IEP software

Job description

Bristol Public Schools in Bristol, CT, seeks a City-Wide Special Education Teacher currently at West Bristol School to provide innovative learning, align IEP goals, and collaborate with staff across disciplines. The role emphasizes a developmentally oriented classroom, multi-modality instruction, behavior management, family engagement, and ongoing assessment to support individual student growth.

Start date is the 2026-2027 school year, with cross-grade collaboration and professional growth