Special Education Teacher

Onward Education; Connecticut; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401k program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Onward Education is seeking a full-time, in-person Special Education Teacher to support a school in Fairfield County, CT for the 2026-2027 school year. Start date ASAP with end date June 11, 2027. Onsite, 37.5 hours per week.

The role requires holding a comprehensive SPED license and experience with students who have special needs. You will provide specialized instruction, apply autism and behavior supports, and help students gain functional life skills and post-school independence.

Qualifications

• Hold one of the required special education licenses listed for this role (e.g., Comprehensive Special Education 1-12 (265), PK-12 (065), PreK-12 (165)).
• Demonstrated experience working with students who have special needs diagnoses.
• Ability to support highly specialized student needs within dedicated programs or classroom environments.
• Ability to teach and reinforce functional life skills and independence-focused learning objectives.
• Ability to support students in transition-focused programming as needs are identified for the caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction for students with identified disabilities and individualized learning needs.
• Deliver classroom strategies aligned to the needs of the student population served (including autism support and behavior-focused programming).
• Incorporate supports such as sensory accommodations and adaptive technologies when used in the classroom setting.
• Teach functional academics and daily living skills to promote student independence and post‑school readiness.
• Support vocational and transition-oriented skill development for students preparing for adulthood.

Skills

SPED license

Student support

Functional life skills

Transition planning

Education

Special Education license (state)

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that connects educators, therapists, and school health professionals with top opportunities in schools statewide. We're currently seeking a full-time, in-person Special Education Teacher to support a school in Fairfield County, CT for the 2026‑2027 school year.

Position Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: June 11, 2027
• Location: Fairfield County, CT
• Onsite, 37.5 hours per week
• School Year: 2026-2027

Qualifications

• Hold one of the required special education licenses listed for this role (e.g., Comprehensive Special Education 1-12 (265), PK-12 (065), PreK-12 (165), or integrated early childhood/elementary + special education options as listed).
• Demonstrated experience working with students who have special needs diagnoses.
• Ability to support highly specialized student needs within dedicated programs or classroom environments.
• Ability to teach and reinforce functional life skills and independence-focused learning objectives.
• Ability to support students in transition-focused programming as needs are identified for the caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction for students with identified disabilities and individualized learning needs.
• Deliver classroom strategies aligned to the needs of the student population served (including autism support and behavior-focused programming).
• Incorporate supports such as sensory accommodations and adaptive technologies when used in the classroom setting.
• Teach functional academics and daily living skills to promote student independence and post‑school readiness.
• Support vocational and transition-oriented skill development for students preparing for adulthood.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply

If you're passionate about helping students succeed and enjoy working in a collaborative, team-oriented school environment, this role offers meaningful impact in a supportive setting.

Employer Details

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions.
• Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.