Special Education Teacher

Onward Education; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Health benefits options

Streamlined onboarding

Job summary

Onward Search Education in Fairfield County, CT, seeks Special Education Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year to fill two openings serving grades 6-8 in a resource-room/pull-out and academic assistance setting. This on-site role offers a 35-hour week schedule and a competitive weekly pay based on experience.

You will deliver specialized instruction to students with IEPs, monitor progress, collect data, and collaborate with general education staff and related service providers to support access

Qualifications

• CT Special Education certification OR eligibility for CT certification (required).
• Experience supporting middle school learners (grades 6-8 preferred).
• Comfort working in a resource-room / pull-out or resource-like setting.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with staff, families, and student support teams.
• For Opening #1: preferred experience/training with reading intervention programs (SPIRE/Wilson/OG or similar).

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction aligned to IEP goals in small-group and/or 1:1 settings.
• Implement targeted interventions in areas such as reading, math, and skill development as needed.
• Support students with executive functioning skills (organization, planning, task initiation, self-monitoring) when applicable.
• Collaborate with general education staff to ensure accommodations/modifications are implemented consistently.
• Monitor student progress, collect data, and adjust instruction/interventions based on student performance.
• Maintain timely documentation and participate in IEP meetings and other student support meetings.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Middle school experience

Small-group instruction

Education

CT Special Education certification or eligibility

Job description

Onward Search Education is partnering with Fairfield, Connecticut to hire Special Education Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. We have two immediate openings supporting students in grades 6-8 in a resource-room / pull-out and academic assistance setting.

Location: Fairfield County, CT (On-Site)

School Year: 2026-2027

Schedule: 35 hours/week

Pay: $52.50-$60

Additional Role Details (2 Openings)

Opening #1 (Grade 6 Resource / Specialized Instruction):

• 6th grade ELA, Specialized Reading, 6th grade Math, and Specialized Math
• Strong preference for candidates with reading intervention knowledge/training (e.g., SPIRE, Wilson, Orton-Gillingham/OG, etc.)

Opening #2 (Grades 6-8 Academic Assistance / Executive Functioning Support):

• Academic Assistance teacher role
• Focus on executive functioning goals/objectives and supporting students in core subjects in a resource-like setting

Job Summary

In this role, you'll deliver specialized instruction to students with IEPs in a small-group or individual setting, provide targeted interventions (including skill-building and reinforcement), and collaborate closely with general education teachers and related service providers to support student growth and access to the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction aligned to IEP goals in small-group and/or 1:1 settings
• Implement targeted interventions in areas such as reading, math, and skill development as needed
• Support students with executive functioning skills (organization, planning, task initiation, self-monitoring) when applicable
• Collaborate with general education staff to ensure accommodations/modifications are implemented consistently
• Monitor student progress, collect data, and adjust instruction/interventions based on student performance
• Maintain timely documentation and participate in IEP meetings and other student support meetings

Qualifications

• Connecticut Special Education certification OR eligibility for CT certification (required)
• Experience supporting middle school learners (grades 6-8 preferred)
• Comfort working in a resource-room / pull-out or resource-like support setting
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with staff, families, and student support teams
• For Opening #1: preferred experience/training with reading intervention programs (SPIRE/Wilson/OG or similar)

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly pay (based on experience and district budget)
• Health benefits options and access to a supportive recruiting team
• Streamlined onboarding and compliance support
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a middle school setting

Why Apply

At Onward Search Education, we believe every student deserves access to high-quality instruction and meaningful support. If you're a special educator who is energized by small-group instruction, individualized interventions, and helping students build the skills they need to thrive--this is a great opportunity to join a team making a difference every day.