Preschool Special Education Teacher — Long-Term Sub

Danbury Public Schools; Germantown (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Danbury Public Schools seeks a Preschool Special Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction to preschoolers with diverse needs in a self-contained classroom. The role emphasizes early intervention, foundational academic and social-emotional development, and collaboration with service providers.

The ideal candidate has experience with IEPs, CT ELDS, and family engagement. This is a long-term substitute position from February 20, 2027 through the end of the 2026/2027 school year, with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CT ELDS and preschool development
• Experience in early intervention strategies and data interpretation
• Ability to collaborate with speech-language pathologists, OTs, PTs and psychologists
• Commitment to inclusive practices and family engagement

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals in a preschool setting
• Plan play-based and structured lessons promoting early learning and social-emotional growth
• Monitor progress with ongoing assessments and data-driven instruction
• Support diverse learning needs with accommodations and behavioral strategies
• Collaborate with service providers and school staff to implement best practices
• Develop and maintain IEPs based on assessment data and student needs
• Lead PPTs and participate in eligibility discussions
• Maintain documentation to ensure state and federal compliance

Skills

Understanding of child development

IEP knowledge

Collaboration skills

Familiarity with IDEA regulations

Bilingual or multilingual (encouraged)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Connecticut certification (065/165) or 112 (Early Childhood Special Education)

Job description

Danbury Public Schools seeks a Preschool Special Education Teacher to provide individualized instruction to preschoolers with diverse needs in a self-contained classroom. The role emphasizes early intervention, foundational academic and social-emotional development, and collaboration with service providers.

The ideal candidate has experience with IEPs, CT ELDS, and family engagement. This is a long-term substitute position from February 20, 2027 through the end of the 2026/2027 school year, with