Special Education Teacher

EASTCONN CDT Program; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

One-time hire bonus

Ongoing professional learning

Job summary

EASTCONN CDT Program in Willimantic, Connecticut is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students in a highly structured, therapeutic setting forK‑12 who require specialized education and a more restrictive environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration, behavioral support, and individualized instruction, within a program serving students who have social, emotional, and behavioral needs. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• CT Special Education Teacher certification (#165)
• Experience working with students with social, emotional and behavioral needs
• The ability to utilize physical management techniques to ensure safety, following training.

Skills

Special Education certification

Experience with social-emotional needs

Safety/physical management

Job description

Special Education Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5484481

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

EASTCONN is excited to announce an opening in our specialized Clinical, Developmental, and Therapeutic (CDT) program. This program is located in the Windham area and serves students in grades K‑12 who require specialized education and a more restrictive environment, having been outplaced from their sending districts in Northeastern Connecticut. The EASTCONN CDT program provides learners with a highly structured, supportive, and therapeutic setting designed to foster academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional success.
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate full‑time Special Education Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing a supportive, structured, and therapeutic learning environment for students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Potential for a one‑time hire bonus
• Ongoing professional learning

Requirements:

• CT Special Education Teacher certification (#165)
• Experience working with students with social, emotional and behavioral needs
• The ability to utilize physical management techniques to ensure safety, following training.

Emergency Educator Certification EndorsementsOn Wednesday, December 1, the Connecticut State Board of Education adopted the following temporary emergency endorsements, effective for the 2021-22 school year:

• Emergency Generalist, PK-8 (#201)
• Emergency Generalist, 7-12 (#202)
• Emergency Teacher of English Language Learners, PK-12 (#204)
• Emergency PK Authorization for Comprehensive Special Education, K-12 (#205).

These endorsements may be issued to any educator who currently holds an appropriate Initial, Provisional, or Professional Educator Certificate, including interim certificates, upon a mutually agreed submission of the request by the LEA/District. Please see the attached Certification Alert for additional information. Requesting LEA/District personnel may access the ED 2020 form under the Bureau’s District Resources page here: https://portal.ct.gov/SDE/Certification/Certification-Resources-for-Districts

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Participation in the Connecticut State Partnership Health Plan (where applicable)
• Retirement plan participation
• Paid sick leave, and personal leave (as applicable)
• Employer paid life insurance and voluntary employee paid supplemental life insurance available

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement (where applicable)

Eligibility for benefits is based on position and scheduled hours.

At EASTCONN, we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion, drive, and perspective are what matter most to us.

As an EEO/AA employer, EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our policies.

AA/EOE
M/F/D/V

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $51,705 to $94,364 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melanie Marcaccio
• 376 Hartford Turnpike
• Hampton, Connecticut 06247
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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