Special Education Teacher

Anova Education; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AVON PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking a Middle School (7-8) Special Education Teacher. Applicants must have CT certification for Special Education and hold a degree in Spanish. Start date August 18, 2026, with responsibilities including comprehensive case management and collaboration with staff and families.

The role involves leading IEP/ PPT processes and supporting students requiring social, emotional, and behavioral interventions, as well as supervising paraeducators as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Must hold Connecticut State Department of Education certification for Special Education (165 or 065).
• Degree from an accredited college or university in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive case management, planning and instruction to students with social, emotional and behavioral needs.
• Provides training, support and guidance to para educators; co-teaches; communicates with teachers and families.
• Implements IEP and leads PPT processes.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or designee.

Skills

IEP implementation

Collaboration with families

Team leadership

Education

CT Special Education Certification (165 or 065)

Degree in Spanish

Job description

AVON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

For External Applicants applying for a position. Applicants must complete all required fields of the application, as well as upload documents in support of their application, these include a cover letter specific to the position, an up-to-date resume, copies of any certifications, copies of any college/university transcripts, as well as three letters of reference dated within the last year for full consideration.

Position Title: Middle School(7-8)Special EducationTeacher

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess or be eligible for Connecticut State Department of Education certification for Special Education(165 or 065).
• Degree from an accredited college or university inSpanish.

Reports to:Building Principal and/or designee

Evaluator:Building Principal and/or designee

Compensation:In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the association and the Board of Education.

Work Year: In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the association and the Board of Education. Start Date: August 18, 2026.

Responsibilities:TheSpecial Education Teacher has the followingresponsibilities as listed below and other duties and responsibilities as shall be assigned by theBuilding Principal and/or designee:

• Provides comprehensive case management, planning and providing instruction directly to students requiring social, emotional and behavioral support.
• Provides training, support, and guidance to a team of para educators; co-teaches; communicates and collaborates with teachers and families.
• Implements IEP and leads PPT processes
• Other responsibilities as defined by the building principal or designee.