Special Education Teacher

East Haven Public Schools; Foxon (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

East Haven Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher at Momauguin Elementary School to join our elementary teaching team. The role requires CT Certification in Special Education and experience supporting students with Autism, with a focus on evidence-based practices and IEP-aligned instruction.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, analyze student data to guide instruction, and differentiate lessons to meet diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

• CT Teaching Certificate in Special Education required.
• Experience with students with Autism and ABA preferred.
• Strong data analysis for instructional decisions.
• Experience collaborating with SLP, School Psychologist, and School Social Worker.
• Familiarity with IEPs and placement processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students with Autism.
• Plan and implement standards-based differentiated instruction.
• Collaborate with SLP, School Psychologist, and School Social Worker.
• Assess student progress and make instructional decisions based on data.
• Contribute to development and implementation of IEPs.

Skills

ABA strategies

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Cultural responsiveness

Literacy focus

Education

CT Teaching Certificate in Special Education (Endorsement 165)

Bachelor's degree in Education (MA preferred)

Tools

IEP Direct

DIAL-IV

Brigance Developmental Inventory

Battelle Developmental Inventory

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching


• Date Posted: 8/18/2026


• Location: Momauguin School


• Date Available: ASAP

Job Title

Special Education Teacher

Reports To

Bulding Principal & Director of Pupil Services

Location

Momauguin Elementary School

Level

Classroom Instructor

Education

CT Teaching Certificate in Special Education (Endorsement 165; BA (preferred MA) from an accredited college or university in Special Education or equivalent.

This position is full-time. The salary and benefits associated with this position are outlined in the current East Haven Education Association contract.

Experience

• Thorough knowledge of current research and effective practices of teaching;


• Clear understanding of standards-based and differentiated instruction;


• Experience with students with Autism


• Experience with Discrete Trial Instruction and Applied Behavioral Analysis


• Demonstrated ability to analyze assessments and other student data as a means for making instructional decisions;


• Possess strong collaborative capabilities and proven ability to work as a member of a team consisting of but not limited to a SLP,School Psychologist, and School Social Worker;


• Knowledge of philosophies and objectives regarding cultural responsiveness;


• Knowledge of the Brigance Developmental Assessment of Basic Skills, Battelle Developmental Inventory and DIAL – IV;


• Familiarity with IEP Direct and writing IEP's;


• Familiarity with the Diagnostic Placements Process when developing and IEP;


• Strong background in literacy; and,

Minimum Qualifications/Skills

• Promote a strong foundation in language development and acquisition.


• Assist children in developing behavioral and social skill competencies.


• Collaborate with teachers regarding students' strengths and weaknesses and sharing strategies that have proven to be successful in supporting students' needs as students transition.


• Assist families in accessing wraparound services provided by our school/district and community-based organizations..


• Previous work with implementing ABA strategies

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and responsibilities which comprises this position.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals belonging to historically marginalized groups, including racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Our hiring process is designed to ensure fairness, impartiality, and equal opportunities for all qualified applicants.

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create a culturally responsive environment. We conform to the spirit of and the letter of local policy, applicable laws and regulations, such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Civil Rights Act of 1987, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act (CFEPA).