Special Education Teacher: Empower Diverse Learners

SESI Schools; Wallingford (CT); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) in Wallingford, CT is seeking a dedicated special education teacher to support students with academic, emotional, social, and behavioral needs.

You will diagnose gaps, collaborate with school teams and families, and apply SESI’s evidence-based learning models and positive behavioral interventions. The role emphasizes individualized attention, de-escalation and safety, data-driven planning, and participation in daily school functions, conferences, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Valid teaching credential appropriate to the role.
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
• Adaptability and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Teach diverse students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote students’ academic performance.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Apply the school’s behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and team members.
• Drive, record, and track student growth and progress toward goals; develop and maintain required forms and files.
• Participate in the school’s daily functions (e.g., morning, lunch, afternoon supervisory duties), as well as conferences, meetings, and training.

Skills

Adaptability

Commitment to feedback

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching credential

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) in Wallingford, CT is seeking a dedicated special education teacher to support students with academic, emotional, social, and behavioral needs.

You will diagnose gaps, collaborate with school teams and families, and apply SESI’s evidence-based learning models and positive behavioral interventions. The role emphasizes individualized attention, de-escalation and safety, data-driven planning, and participation in daily school functions, conferences, and