Transition Services: Special Education Teacher

Stamford Public Schools; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamford Public Schools in Stamford, CT, is seeking a Transition Services: Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to support students 18-22 through independent living, employability, and post-secondary education.

The role requires Connecticut Special Education certification and collaboration with families and staff to implement individualized instruction and transition plans within Stamford Transition Services.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive Special Education, 1-12 (265).
• Comprehensive Special Education, PK-12 (065).
• Comprehensive Special Education, PreK-12 (165).

Responsibilities

• Major Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities, Qualifications.
• Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.
• The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.

Education

Comprehensive Special Education, 1-12 (265)

Comprehensive Special Education, PK-12 (065)

Comprehensive Special Education, PreK-12 (165)

Job description

Transition Services: Special Education Teacher

Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

Union

Stamford Education Association (SEA)

Salary

Step Placement is based on education and experience as outlined in Article 4(D) of the SEA Contract.

About Stamford Public Schools

The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society. SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate teachers who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

General Statement

A competent Special Education Teacher understands student growth and development, and demonstrates knowledge of student specific needs and core academic skills. The Special Education Teacher supports the independence of each student as a life-long learner, effectively assesses student needs and progress and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives. The Special Education Teacher accomplishes these objectives through effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues and through the use of appropriate techniques and materials. In addition, the Special Education Teacher meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community while participating in professional development to employ best practices.

STS - Stamford Transition Services

Stamford Transition Services is a community-based transition program under Stamford Public Schools which is available to eligible young adults ages 18-22 with disabilities who have completed their high school academic requirements and are in need of developing functional skills in the three areas of transition: independent living, employability, and post-secondary education. Students who attend Stamford Transition services spend approximately 80% of their day with non-disabled peers both on immersive community trips and at various worksites developing skills and gaining real-world experiences. Stamford Transition Services provides students with individualized access to the acquisition of functional skills needed to live as independently as possible in their community as adults. Students are provided with direct instruction both in the program and in the community through experiential learning.

CSDE Educator Certification Requirements:

• Comprehensive Special Education, 1-12 (265)
• Comprehensive Special Education, PK-12 (065)
• Comprehensive Special Education, PreK-12 (165)

See job description attached at the top of the posting for: Major Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities, Qualifications.

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.