Secondary Special Education

Young World Physical Education; New Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New Fairfield Public Schools is seeking a Secondary Special Education Teacher at New Fairfield Middle School in Connecticut. The role focuses on providing specialized instruction to students with disabilities in alignment with IEPs and delivering evidence-based Structured Literacy to address reading and language-based needs.

The position requires CT Certification in Special Education, strong collaboration with general education staff, and active participation in PPT meetings and related

Qualifications

• CT Certification in Special Education is required.
• Excellent teaming, collaboration and communication skills are essential.
• Experience with IEPs and related documentation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities per IEPs.
• Deliver Structured Literacy instruction for reading and language needs.
• Use formal and informal measures to assess progress and guide instruction.
• Develop and monitor IEP goals related to reading, writing, executive functioning and academics.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support access to grade-level content.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Data-informed instruction

Differentiated instruction

Education

CT Certification in Special Education (165 Comprehensive Special Education, Grades K–12)

Job description

New Fairfield Public Schools New Fairfield Middle School - New Fairfield, Connecticut Open in Google Maps

Secondary Special Education

New Fairfield Public Schools New Fairfield Middle School - New Fairfield, Connecticut Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in New Fairfield Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5881379 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Secondary Special Education Teacher

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Deliver evidence-based Structured Literacy instruction to students with identified reading and language-based learning needs.
• Assess student performance using formal and informal measures and utilize data to guide instruction and interventions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals related to reading, writing, executive functioning, and academic achievement.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support student access to grade-level curriculum and accommodations.
• Participate in PPT meetings, case management activities, and compliance-related documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Connecticut certification in Special Education (165 Comprehensive Special Education, Grades K–12).

QUALIFICATIONS: CT Certification in Special Education (165, 265, or 065)

• Excellent teaming, collaboration and communication skills.

SALARY: Per NFEA Contract

POSITION TO START: August 2026

Letter of Intent

Transcripts

Certification

Letters of Reference (2)

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rebecca Lloyd
• 3 Brush Hill Rd
• New Fairfield, Connecticut 06812
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]