Special Education Teacher - Program Coordinator

WETHERSFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Wethersfield Public Schools in Wethersfield, CT, seeks a Special Education Teacher & Program Coordinator for the Wethersfield Transition Academy. The role begins January 2027 and reports to the Director of Special Services.

You will develop individualized goals and lesson plans based on student IEPs, integrating classroom and community-based experiences to support transition. Responsibilities include implementing behavior plans, coordinating with staff and providers, supervising

Qualifications

• Master's Degree is preferred but not required.
• Position requires the appropriate CT Certification in Special Education (165).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
• Ability to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.
• Ability to handle and treat information confidentially.
• Ability to plan and organize work schedule and set priorities.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans and develop creative teaching and learning activities which reflect sound teaching principles and meet physical, emotional, and educational needs of students;
• Instruct students in educational, social, behavioral, daily living, vocational and recreational skills adapting materials and teaching methods to fit students' unique learning style; directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students;
• Provide a classroom environment that effectively supports the instructional program and activities, and that supports the needs of each student;
• Develop and maintain a professional relationship with parents/caregivers and maintain ongoing dialog with parent/caregiver/guardian regarding student progress via written, email and/or phone communications;
• Evaluate student progress through ongoing and periodic assessments, using a variety of diagnostic tests, informal rating scales, observational opportunities and other means as appropriate;
• Supervise and train classroom paraprofessionals/job coaches; organize and plan activities for paraprofessionals/job coaches to implement;
• Consult with related service providers, community work sites and agencies, teachers, therapists, directors and other school professionals to provide collaborative programming and problem solve student issues;
• Maintain and develop appropriate school and community-based work sites for students;
• Complete an annual individual educational plan for students in a timely, thorough and accurate manner, including obtaining parent and related services input;
• Participate in PPT meetings providing student present level of performance and formulating annual goals and objectives;
• Perform related work and other duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Organization

Independent worker

Education

Master's Degree (preferred)

CT Certification in Special Education (165)

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Program Coordinator JobID: 2322

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Special Education Teacher
  
• Location:
  Wethersfield Transition Academy
  
• Date Available:
  January 2027
  

ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
Wethersfield Public Schools
Wethersfield, CT
Special Education Teacher & Program Coordinator
Date Posted: October 16, 2026
The Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students' ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff and continuous learning.
Position: Special Education Teacher & Program Coordinator
School: Wethersfield Transition Academy
Reports To: Director, Special Services
Compensation: $57,847 - $114,618 (full-time annual, pro-rated)
Start Date: January 2027
Application Date: posting will remain open until filled

The Special Education Teacher & Program Coordinator will lead the Wethersfield Transition Academy, a community-based public transition school for students aged 18 -21. Educational and vocational practice services are provided within the classroom and in various integrated community locations each day. Under the direction of the Director of Special Services, the Special Education Teacher will create a flexible learning environment by developing individualized goals and lesson plans based on student IEPs. Goals will be focused on developing appropriate transitional skills that incorporate both the classroom and community settings. The Special Education Teacher will implement behavior plans and provide staff support for students with developmental disorders, social deficits, and behavioral challenges. The Special Education Teacher must communicate effectively and work cooperatively with the Director and other Wethersfield Administration, DDS/BRS Providers, paraprofessionals, parents, community providers, and school district.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare lesson plans and develop creative teaching and learning activities which reflect sound teaching principles and meet physical, emotional, and educational needs of students;
• Instruct students in educational, social, behavioral, daily living, vocational and recreational skills adapting materials and teaching methods to fit students' unique learning style; directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students;
• Provide a classroom environment that effectively supports the instructional program and activities, and that supports the needs of each student;
• Develop and maintain a professional relationship with parents/caregivers and maintain ongoing dialog with parent/caregiver/guardian regarding student progress via written, email and/or phone communications;
• Evaluate student progress through ongoing and periodic assessments, using a variety of diagnostic tests, informal rating scales, observational opportunities and other means as appropriate;
• Supervise and train classroom paraprofessionals/job coaches; organize and plan activities for paraprofessionals/job coaches to implement;
• Consult with related service providers, community work sites and agencies, teachers, therapists, directors and other school professionals to provide collaborative programming and problem solve student issues;
• Maintain and develop appropriate school and community-based work sites for students;
• Complete an annual individual educational plan for students in a timely, thorough and accurate manner, including obtaining parent and related services input;
• Participate in PPT meetings providing student present level of performance and formulating annual goals and objectives;
• Perform related work and other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree is preferred but not required;
• Position requires the appropriate CT Certification in Special Education (165);
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form;
• Ability to meet deadlines with severe time constraints;
• Ability to handle and treat information confidentially;
• Ability to plan and organize work schedule and set priorities;
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.

Wethersfield Public School System-Nondiscrimination Policy

The Wethersfield Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Wethersfield Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity of expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. The Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding the Wethersfield Public School System's nondiscrimination policies and practices should be directed to: Title IX Coordinator, Director of Special Services, 127 Hartford Avenue, Wethersfield, CT 06109

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