Special Education Teacher - HS Alternative Program

Vernon Public Schools; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Vernon Public Schools in Vernon, Connecticut invites applications for a Special Education Teacher to join the Total Alternative Learning Center (TALC) at Rockville High School. The role serves students in grades 9–12 with social, emotional, and behavioral needs, within a structured, therapeutic setting.

The candidate will collaborate with a small team, provide individualized instruction, and support positive behavioral approaches.

Qualifications

• Special Education certification required.
• Experience with emotional/behavioral needs preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with a team.
• Adapt instruction in a therapeutic setting.

Responsibilities

• Join TALC at Rockville High School and support students 9–12 with social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Provide individualized instruction and positive behavioral supports.
• Collaborate with a school social worker and a paraprofessional.
• Maintain classroom management and foster strong relationships.

Skills

Collaboration

Classroom management

Flexibility

Relationship-building

Behavioral supports

Education

Special Education certification

Job description

Special Education Teacher - HS Alternative Program

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Job Details

Job ID: 5922017

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 2:01 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Welcome to Vernon Public Schools: where students learn, achieve, and succeed!

Position: Special Education Teacher - HS Alternative Program

Description: Vernon Public Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher to join the Total Alternative Learning Center (TALC) at Rockville High School. TALC is a small, structured behavioral program serving students in grades 9-12 with social, emotional, and behavioral needs. Rockville High School offers extensive in-building resources and a supportive, student-centered environment. The ideal candidate is an innovative, flexible thinker who can adapt instruction and supports to meet students where they are and respond effectively to the dynamic nature of a therapeutic setting. This candidate will offer strong collaboration, classroom management, flexibility, and relationship-building skills. This position is part of a collaborative team including two special education teachers, a school social worker, and a paraprofessional. The program operates on a modified day schedule and emphasizes relationship-building, individualized instruction, and positive behavioral supports. Experience working with students with emotional/behavioral needs preferred.

Salary and Benefits: The salary range for the 2026-2027 school year is per contract with a competitive benefits package. Please see attached contract for details.

Start date: ASAP

Posting is open until filled.

Please ensure that you hold the proper certification for this position AND provide all materials required for the application process.

Vernon Public Schools is seeking talented and passionate educators to join our team. By recruiting a diverse faculty and staff that is more representative of the experiences and backgrounds of students, we diversify our workforce, decrease opportunity gaps, and improve outcomes for all our students. Our commitment to equity allows us to achieve our Mission to ensure that every student can become an independent learner and a productive contributor to society.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vernon Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Contact Information

• Erica Matusiewicz , Human Resources Specialist
• 30 Park Street
• Vernon, Connecticut 06066
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]