Special Education Teacher - ASD Programs & Growth

Stamford Public Schools; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamford Public Schools in Stamford, Connecticut, seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher (ASD) to support students with autism spectrum disorder within a collaborative team. The role emphasizes data-driven instruction and family engagement.

The teacher will implement ABA-informed strategies, partner with paraeducators and specialists, and contribute to ongoing professional development while advancing SPS’s mission to provide an excellent education for all students.

Qualifications

• Valid educator certification in special education (1-12 or higher) per CSDE requirements.
• Experience with ASD instruction and ABA-informed practices preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with parents, students, and colleagues to support student growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction tailored to individual student needs.
• Assess student progress and plan instructional objectives.
• Communicate with students, families and staff to support learning goals.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and apply best practices in autism education.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

ABA familiarity

Education

Comprehensive Special Education, 1-12

Comprehensive Special Education, PK-12

Comprehensive Special Education, PreK-12

Integrated Early Childhood/Elementary Education N-3 and Special Education N-K

Integrated Early Childhood/Special Ed., Birth-Kindergarten

Job description

Stamford Public Schools in Stamford, Connecticut, seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher (ASD) to support students with autism spectrum disorder within a collaborative team. The role emphasizes data-driven instruction and family engagement.

The teacher will implement ABA-informed strategies, partner with paraeducators and specialists, and contribute to ongoing professional development while advancing SPS’s mission to provide an excellent education for all students.