Special Education Teacher

Socket.dev; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 weeks of PTO annually

Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

An education services provider in Trumbull, Connecticut is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join their mission-driven team. The role involves managing a caseload of up to 10 students with diverse needs, implementing tailored academic and behavior programs. The ideal candidate will hold a CT certification in special education and have experience in Applied Behavior Analysis. A compassionate approach and strong interpersonal skills are essential. The position offers a compensation range of $65,000 - $95,000 annually along with generous benefits including 8 weeks of PTO and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• CT certification required, DSAP or Long-Term Substitute Eligible.
• Experience working with students with challenging behaviors is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of up to 10 students, implementing academic and behavior programs.
• Supervise Instructional Assistants and collaborate with team members on student programming.
• Adhere to best practices while managing challenging situations.

Skills

CT certification in special education

Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis

Some experience with challenging behaviors

Excellent interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education

Tools

Therap

Job description

At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it. For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities. Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths. Join our collaborative, mission-driven team and bring your skills to work that makes a real difference every day.

Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking an enthusiastic Special Education Teacher to join our existing team of highly dedicated and successful professionals.

Compensation: $65,000 - $95,000 annually

Benefits

• 8 weeks of PTO annually, including personal time, mental health days, and school vacations
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance – Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options – Use pre‑tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON – Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match – A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays.
• Professional Growth Opportunities – Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
• Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more!

Our program is a state approved Kindergarten through 12th grade special education school for students referred for both academic and social/behavioral needs. With our philosophy based in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis, we use evidence-based instruction and data-based decision making to design, analyze, and modify all interventions in order to maximize student success. Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching serve as the primary instructional methods. In addition, school-wide behavior support systems are used while critical social and behavior skills are explicitly and directly taught. Students receive one‑on‑one and small group instruction in skills that are then practiced and reinforced throughout the school day. The philosophy of this program is very simple: Every student can learn given appropriate instruction in the right environment. Our program provides just that! As a Special Education Teacher, you will be responsible for managing a caseload up to 10 students within a classroom, including implementation of academic and behavior programming and overseeing the implementation of each student’s IEP. You will also provide direct supervision and delegate responsibilities to assigned Instructional Assistants and one‑on‑one ABA Therapists, while working collaboratively with the BCBA and other team members to develop and implement student programming.

Qualifications

• CT certification in special education, DSAP or Long‑Term Substitute Eligible
• Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis/Precision Teaching/Direct Instruction
• Some experience working with students with challenging behaviors
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of appropriate referral procedures.
• The ability to remain composed and adhere to best practices, even when under duress.
• Valid driver’s license required, with at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, experience using Therap a plus!
• Empathy, enthusiasm, and a passion and dedication for helping others.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.