Oakwood Collaborative School: Special Education Teacher

Stamford Public Schools; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamford Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the Oakwood Collaborative School. The role emphasizes meeting student needs, planning instruction, and collaborating with families and colleagues to support growth and independence.

CSDE certification requirements apply, with preference for TESOL/ESL bilingual experience. Position contingent on funding, with salary step placement guided by the SEA contract.

Qualifications

• Certified in Comprehensive Special Education 1–12, PK–12, or PreK–12 per CSDE requirements.
• Preference for teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Ed or ESL with Sheltered Instruction experience.
• Experience aligning instruction to individual student needs and IEP goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specially designed instruction aligned to IEP goals.
• Assess student progress and collaborate with parents and staff.
• Participate in professional development and school initiatives.

Skills

Special Education

Education

Comprehensive Special Education (265)

Comprehensive Special Education (065)

Comprehensive Special Education (165)

Integrated Early Childhood/Elementary Education N-3 & Special Education N-K (113)

Integrated Early Childhood/Special Ed., Birth–Kindergarten (112)

Job description

Oakwood Collaborative School: Special Education Teacher

Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

Union: Stamford Education Association (SEA)

Salary:

Step Placement is based on education and experience as outlined in Article 4(D) of the SEA Contract.

About Stamford Public Schools:

The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate teachers who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

General Statement:

A competent Special Education Teacher understands student growth and development, and demonstrates knowledge of student specific needs and core academic skills. The Special Education Teacher supports the independence of each student as a life-long learner, effectively assesses student needs and progress and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives. The Special Education Teacher accomplishes these objectives through effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues and through the use of appropriate techniques and materials. In addition, the Special Education Teacher meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community while participating in professional development to employ best practices.

CSDE Educator Certification Requirements:

• Comprehensive Special Education, 1–12 (265)
• Comprehensive Special Education, PK–12 (065)
• Comprehensive Special Education, PreK–12 (165)
• Integrated Early Childhood/Elementary Education N-3 and Special Education N-K (113)
• Integrated Early Childhood/Special Ed., Birth–Kindergarten (112)

See job description attached at the top of the posting for:

• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Note:

Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.