Special Education Teacher

New Milford Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave

FMLA eligibility

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Job summary

New Milford Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher (1.0 FTE) for New Milford High School. The role focuses on functional academic and activities of daily living skills, serving students in a comprehensive district with strong community partnerships.

Full benefits are provided under the collective bargaining agreement. Candidates must hold a Connecticut State Certificate in the relevant subject and possess a degree from an accredited college or university.

Qualifications

• Connecticut State Certificate is required.
• A degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Flexibility for alternatives as the Board of Education may find appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Teach Special Education to students; assignment includes functional academic and activities of daily living skills.

Education

Connecticut State Certificate

Degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 11/12/2026
• Location: New Milford High School

New Milford Public Schools has an exciting Vacancy for an Excellent Special Education Teacher, (1.0 FTE)

Currently located at NMHS. Teaching assignment includes functionalacademic and activities of daily living skills.

POSITION:

Special Education Teacher, 1.00 FTE

New Milford High School

New Milford Public Schools serves approximately 3,500 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with the support of 645 staff, including 355 certified staff, providing a comprehensive education focused on academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. The district includes two elementary schools, an intermediate school, Schaghticoke Middle School and New Milford High School, all dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The district also values strong partnerships between educators, parents, and the community to enhance student success.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must have a valid and current Connecticut State Certificate in above subject
• Possesses a degree from an accredited college or university
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

To learn more about working in a premier school district with a collaborative staff, in a technology rich environment visit our website at www.newmilfordps.org.

COMPENSATION & WAGE RANGE DISCLOSURE:

Salary placement for this position is determined by education level (BA, MA, 6th Year, Doctorate) and verifiable prior teaching experience in accordance with the Salary Schedule set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the New Milford Board of Education and the CEA - New Milford. To review the full salary schedule and step structure, please access the Collective Bargaining Agreement here .

BENEFITS & LEAVE ELIGIBILITY:

Full-time positions in this bargaining unit include a comprehensive benefits package pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement (linked above), including:

• Health & Medical Insurance: Connecticut State Partnership Plan 2.0 (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage).
• Paid Leave: Annual allotment of Sick Leave days, Personal Leave days, and Bereavement Leave.
• Family & Medical Leave: Job protection and leave rights under the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and applicable state statutory leave provisions, supported by contractual paid sick leave banks and personal leave allotments. To review the official Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act notice, please visit: U.S. Department of Labor: Wage & Hour Division .
• Retirement & Pension: Mandatory enrollment in the Connecticut Teachers' Retirement System (TRB); optional voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) tax-deferred annuity plans.
• Additional Benefits: Group Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and District-sponsored Professional Development opportunities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The New Milford Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The New Milford Board of Education ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, or disability. The New Milford Board of Education has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers, administrators, and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.